Gordon Ramsay Lollipop Chicken Recipe
If you love fun and tasty chicken, you will enjoy this Gordon Ramsay Lollipop Chicken Recipe. Lollipop chicken is juicy inside and crispy outside. It is shaped like a small drumstick, which makes it easy to eat.
Ingredients
- 500 g chicken drumettes or wings
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs panko preferred
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Oil for frying vegetable or sunflower
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
Prepare Chicken
- Trim excess skin and push meat down the drumette to form a lollipop shape.
Season Chicken
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder evenly over the chicken pieces.
Set Up Coating Stations
- Place flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in separate shallow plates for coating.
Coat With Flour
- Roll each chicken lollipop in flour. Shake off extra flour for even coating.
Dip in Egg
- Dip floured chicken into beaten eggs. Ensure all sides are fully covered.
Coat With Breadcrumbs
- Roll chicken in breadcrumbs. Press gently so crumbs stick well.
Heat Oil
- Pour oil into a frying pan. Heat to medium-high. Test by dropping a breadcrumb.
Fry Chicken Lollipops
- Place lollipops in hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 4–5 minutes each side.
Drain Excess Oil
- Remove chicken and place on paper towels to remove extra oil.
Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Use fresh chicken for best results.
- Panko breadcrumbs give extra crunch.
- Fry in medium-high heat for even cooking.
- Press breadcrumbs firmly for crispy coating.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to avoid soggy coating.