Sugar-Free Chicken Lollipops
Delight your taste buds with these flavorful, *Sugar-Free Chicken Lollipops*, a healthier twist on a beloved appetizer! Crafted from tender chicken drumettes trimmed into fun, lollipop shapes, this recipe features a zesty marinade of soy sauce, rice vinegar, fresh garlic, and ginger, perfectly balanced with a hint of smoked paprika and cayenne for a subtle kick. Baked to golden perfection, these protein-packed bites are free of refined sugars, making them an ideal choice for those seeking a low-carb, sugar-free snack or appetizer. Serve them with a squeeze of fresh lime and a sprinkle of vibrant cilantro for a crowd-pleasing dish that's equal parts nutritious and delicious. Perfect for parties, game nights, or as a fun family meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces chicken drumettes
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lime, cut into wedges
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Instructions
To prepare the chicken lollipops, start by trimming the drumettes. Use a sharp knife to cut around the base of the meat, pushing it up toward the top to create a lollipop shape. Ensure all the skin and tendons are cleaned off the bone shaft.
In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced ginger, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Add the prepared chicken lollipops to the marinade. Thoroughly coat each lollipop in the marinade and allow them to sit for at least 15 minutes to soak in the flavors. For deeper flavor, you can marinade for up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and place a wire rack above it. This helps the chicken lollipops cook evenly and become crispy.
Arrange the lollipops on the wire rack. Brush the chicken with olive oil to promote browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
Once cooked, remove the lollipops from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Serve the chicken lollipops on a platter garnished with lime wedges and sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley.
Enjoy your sugar-free chicken lollipops as a healthy appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.0 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 534 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 4515 mg | 196% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.6 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 114.2 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 1603 mg | 34% | |
*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.
