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Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites

Crispy Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites with Blue Cheese Dip

Delight in these Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites packed with flavor and a satisfying crunch, perfect for parties.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bites
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken thigh or breast Juicy thighs work best for flavor.
  • 1 cup Pickle juice For brining.
  • 2 tablespoons Dill Enhances the pickled notes.
  • 2 cups Corn flakes Crushed for coating.
  • 1 large Egg Binds the coating.
  • 1 cup Flour For coating the chicken.
  • 2 cups Fry oil Choose a high smoke point oil.
For the Blue Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Sour cream or yogurt Use Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Blue cheese crumbles Adds bold flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped chives For garnishing the sauce.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Season to preference.
For Serving
  • 1 package Toothpicks For serving.

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan
  • Bowls
  • Kitchen thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting the boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts into bite-sized pieces and marinate in a bowl with pickle juice and dill for at least one hour.
  2. Prepare your breading stations: one with flour, one with whisked egg, and one with crushed corn flakes. Heat fry oil in a deep pan to 350°F.
  3. Dredge each marinated chicken piece in flour, dip it in the egg, and coat it with crushed corn flakes. Ensure each piece is evenly coated.
  4. Carefully fry the breaded chicken bites in batches for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, achieving an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. In another bowl, mix sour cream or yogurt, blue cheese crumbles, chives, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create the sauce.
  6. Once fried, drain chicken bites on paper towels, then serve by stacking on toothpicks with a dollop of blue cheese sauce and a pickle chip on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 3bitesCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Avoid overheating oil to prevent soggy bites and ensure a crispy finish.

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