Chicken drumsticks make a great meal or snack, and they’re incredibly versatile. Whether you choose to bread them, fry them, bake them, or even barbecue them, they’re easy to prepare and incredibly delicious. However, if you want to give your chicken drumsticks a unique twist, you should try making lollipop chicken drumsticks. This fun dish is perfect for parties or family dinners, and it’s surprisingly easy to make.
Ingredients
To make lollipop chicken drumsticks, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 2lbs of chicken drumsticks
- 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter
Instructions
Before you can begin cooking the dish, you’ll need to prepare the chicken. Start by pulling the skin off the drumsticks. You can do this with your hands or a knife. Once the skin is removed, you should be able to see the bone. Use a sharp knife to cut off the knuckle at the end of the bone. This will make the bone look like a lollipop. After you’ve finished preparing the chicken, you can start marinating it.
In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Whisk the ingredients together until they’re completely combined. Then, add the chicken drumsticks to the marinade and stir them until they’re fully coated. Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
When the chicken has finished marinating, preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and grease it with butter. Then, place the chicken drumsticks on the baking sheet and brush them with melted butter. Bake the drumsticks for 30-35 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and cooked through.
Serving Suggestions
Lollipop chicken drumsticks are delicious on their own, but if you want to make a full meal, you can serve them with a side dish or two. Some great options include mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, coleslaw, or a garden salad. You can also serve them with a variety of dipping sauces, such as ketchup, BBQ sauce, or a honey mustard sauce.
Conclusion
Lollipop chicken drumsticks are a fun and tasty way to enjoy chicken drumsticks. They’re surprisingly easy to make and perfect for parties or family dinners. All you need are a few simple ingredients and some time in the oven, and you’ll have a delicious dish that everyone will love. So why not give them a try?