Chicken Lollies are my go-to recipe when I want to make something special that’ll bring smiles to everyone’s faces. They look fancy but are surprisingly simple to make. The secret is in shaping the chicken breast around the winglet bone to create a lollipop shape. The crispy coating and tender meat make these irresistible.
About the Recipe
This recipe turns ordinary chicken breasts into something extra special. The meat is shaped around a bone to create a handle, just like a lollipop. The marination keeps the chicken juicy, while the crispy coating adds amazing crunch. It’s a fun way to serve chicken that both kids and adults will enjoy.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These Chicken Lollies are real crowd-pleasers. They’re easy to hold and eat, making them perfect for parties. The orange-tinted coating looks festive and appealing. The marination gives the chicken great flavor, and the double coating of batter and breadcrumbs creates an amazing crunch. Plus, they’re much easier to make than they look.
Chicken Lollies
Cooking Tips
– Make sure to marinate for at least 30 minutes for best flavor
– Keep oil at medium heat to cook chicken thoroughly without burning the coating
– Pat chicken dry before dipping in batter
– Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying
– Use fresh oil for best results
Serving and Storing Suggestions
Serves 8 people. Total prep and cooking time: 1 hour 15 minutes. Serve hot with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
Similar Recipes
- Crispy Chicken Fingers
- Breaded Chicken Cutlets
- Chicken Nuggets
- Spicy Chicken Wings
Nutrient Benefits
Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein and B vitamins. When prepared this way, you get a good balance of protein and energy. The ginger-garlic paste adds anti-inflammatory benefits, while the spices boost metabolism and aid digestion.
Chicken Lollies
Ingredients
- 5 Chicken breasts
- Oil for frying
For marination
- 5 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste
- 1/2 tsp Chilli powder
- Lemon juice (a little)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Orange colour
- Salt (to taste)
For batter
- 1/2 cup Corn flour
- 2 Egg whites
- 1/2 tsp Kashmiri powder or Pinch Red colour
- 3/4 tbsp Water
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Ajinomoto
Instructions
- Mix the ginger-garlic paste, chilli powder and the lemon juice to form a paste.
- Take 8 tender chicken breasts. Clean and remove the skin and debone, keeping the winglet bone intact.
- With a knife tip make a deep slit along the thick edge of the breast, taking care not to penetrate the opposite side.
- Open out the flaps thus formed. Gather the flaps at the end of the bone. The bone will now resemble a drumstick with all the meat at one end.
- Marinate the drumsticks with the marinade. Leave aside for half an hour.
- Mix the ingredients for the batter to for a smooth batter.
- Mix the colour with the breadcrumbs to give an orange colour.
- Heat oil in a kadai. Dip the drumsticks, one at a time, in the batter and roll in breadcrumbs and deep fry over a medium flame till they are all light golden brown in colour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare these Chicken Lollies in advance?
You can marinate the chicken up to 8 hours ahead and prepare the coating ingredients. However, coat and fry them just before serving for the best crunch and texture.
What can I use instead of Ajinomoto?
You can skip Ajinomoto entirely or replace it with a pinch of garlic powder and onion powder for extra flavor. Many home cooks prefer to avoid Ajinomoto.
Can I bake these instead of frying?
Yes, you can bake them at 400°F (200°C) for about 25-30 minutes, turning halfway. Spray with oil before baking for a crispy coating. The color might be slightly lighter than fried versions.
3 comments
this recipe is great.
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