Low Sodium Chicken Lollipops
Transform your appetizer game with these Low Sodium Chicken Lollipops—a guilt-free twist on a classic crowd-pleaser. Crafted from tender chicken drumettes, these lollipops are flavored with a vibrant blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, lemon zest, and a drizzle of olive oil, delivering maximum taste without the need for added salt. A sticky-sweet honey and apple cider vinegar glaze lends irresistible caramelization, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. With just 30 minutes of prep and a quick bake in the oven, this recipe is perfect for parties, weeknight dinners, or healthier game-day snacks. Bursting with flavor and simple to make, these low sodium chicken lollipops will be a hit at any table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces chicken drumettes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Begin by preparing the chicken drumettes. With a sharp knife, cut around the bone at the thinner end of each drumette and push the meat down to create a lollipop shape. Repeat with all the drumettes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and lemon zest.
Add the prepared chicken lollipops to the bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Mix well to coat the chicken in the spice mixture evenly.
Let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes. This will help the flavors to infuse into the meat.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Arrange the chicken lollipops on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to allow for even cooking.
Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
While the chicken is baking, prepare the glaze by mixing honey and apple cider vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until combined and warmed through.
After 20 minutes, remove the chicken from the oven and brush each lollipop with the honey-vinegar glaze.
Return the chicken to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the glaze is sticky and the chicken is fully cooked with a golden-brown exterior.
Transfer the glazed chicken lollipops to a serving platter and garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious low sodium chicken lollipops!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.5 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 534 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 433 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 109.7 g | 219% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1448 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
