Description
Crispy Dill Pickle Chicken offers a bold, tangy flavor paired with an irresistibly crunchy bite. Marinated in dill pickle juice and coated with a flavorful blend of flour, crushed dill pickle chips, and spices, this crispy fried chicken is perfect for quick weeknight dinners, sandwiches, or game day snacks. It’s easy to prepare using simple ingredients and customizable to suit your spice preferences or dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups dill pickle juice (enough to cover chicken)
Coating
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for gluten-free option)
- 1/2 cup crushed dill pickle chips
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- Oil for frying (neutral oil with high smoke point such as canola, vegetable, or peanut oil)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a bowl and cover completely with dill pickle juice. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator to tenderize and infuse the tangy flavor.
- Prepare the Coating: In one shallow bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth. In another bowl, mix the flour, crushed dill pickle chips, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create the flavorful coating blend.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from the pickle juice and pat dry thoroughly. Dip each piece into the egg, then dredge it in the flour and crushed pickle mixture, pressing lightly to ensure a thick, even coating.
- Fry to Perfection: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat (about 350°F). Fry the chicken pieces for 4-6 minutes per side or until the crust is golden brown and chicken is cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain consistent crispiness.
- Drain and Rest: Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let rest for a few minutes before serving to seal in all the juices.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken long enough to maximize flavor and tenderness.
- Pat the chicken dry before coating to help the breading stick and remain crispy.
- Use freshly crushed dill pickle chips for best crunch and aroma.
- Maintain oil temperature around 350°F for optimal frying results.
- Allow chicken to rest after frying to keep it juicy with a firm, crunchy crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus 30 minutes to 4 hours marinating)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with coating
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg