Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Lollipops with Homemade BBQ Sauce
20 minutes
Prep Time
1 hour
15 minutes Cook Time
15 minutes Cook Time
6
Servings
These Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Lollipops are the ultimate backyard showstopper—smoky, juicy, and glazed in a homemade BBQ sauce made with Red Gold Folds of Honor Ketchup for a bold, sweet-tangy punch. Wrapped in bacon and smoked to perfection, each bite delivers that craveable combo of crispy edges, saucy glaze, and tender meat. Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ or just craving something epic, this recipe delivers major flavor and serious visual impact. @meatkingz @thefeedfeed
Ingredients
- 6-8 chicken drumsticks
- 6-8 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons BBQ rub, your favorite brand or homemade
2 cups Red Gold® 32 oz Ketchup Folds of Honor
- 1 1/2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
Instructions
Step one
Using a sharp knife, cut around the bone near the base of each drumstick and push the meat down to form a lollipop shape.
Step two
Wrap each drumstick with a slice of bacon, securing tightly.
Step three
Rub each lollipop with BBQ seasoning on all sides.
Step four
Preheat a smoker to 350°F.
Step five
Place the prepared lollipops on the smoker and cook for 40 minutes, or until the bacon starts to crisp.
Step six
In a saucepan over low heat, combine Red Gold Folds of Honor Ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and pineapple juice.
Step seven
Stir frequently and simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened slightly. Set aside to cool.
Step eight
After 40 minutes of smoking, remove the chicken from the smoker.
Step nine
Dip each lollipop into the cooled BBQ sauce to coat fully.
Step ten
Return the glazed lollipops to the smoker and cook for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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