Gluten-Free Chicken Lollipops

Crispy, flavorful, and oh-so-fun to eat, these Gluten-Free Chicken Lollipops are the perfect crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack! Made using tender chicken drumettes, this recipe takes the classic chicken lollipop to the next level with a zesty marinade featuring gluten-free soy sauce, ginger-garlic paste, and a hint of red chili powder. Coated in a light, crispy blend of rice flour and cornstarch, these drumettes are deep-fried to golden perfection, ensuring a satisfying crunch in every bite. Served with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side, these gluten-free delights are as beautiful as they are delicious. Whether you're hosting a party, planning game-day snacks, or simply looking for a fun way to enjoy chicken, these lollipops are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 20 pieces Chicken drumettes
• 1 cup Rice flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Gluten-free soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Ginger-garlic paste
• 1 teaspoon Red chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon White vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro
• 4 pieces Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the chicken drumettes. Use a sharp knife to loosen the meat from the bone at the thinner end of the drumette and push the meat downwards to create a lollipop effect. Repeat for all the drumettes and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ginger-garlic paste, gluten-free soy sauce, red chili powder, ground black pepper, white vinegar, and salt to make the marinade.

Step 3

Add the prepared chicken lollipops to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator. Longer marination (up to 2 hours) will enhance the flavor.

Step 4

In another bowl, whisk the egg. In a separate wide plate, mix the rice flour and cornstarch well.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Dip each marinated chicken lollipop first into the beaten egg and then roll them in the rice flour-cornstarch mixture to coat evenly.

Step 7

Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated chicken lollipops into the pan. Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary.

Step 8

Fry the chicken lollipops for about 8-10 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.

Step 9

Remove the fried chicken lollipops from the pan and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.

Step 10

Garnish the lollipops with chopped fresh cilantro and serve hot with lime wedges on the side for added zest.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1811.6 grams (1811.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6625

Total Fat 583.00g	747%
Saturated Fat 106.30g	532%
Polyunsaturated Fat 270.80g
Cholesterol 1110mg	370%
Sodium 5034mg	219%
Total Carbohydrate 172.00g	63%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 1.40g
Protein 202.70g	405%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 182mg	14%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 2518mg	54%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.8%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 10.2%