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Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites

Crispy Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites You Can't Resist

These Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites feature a zesty marinade and a crispy coating, making them a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Brining Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts Thighs provide extra juiciness.
  • 1 cup pickle juice For brining.
  • 1 tablespoon dill Fresh herbs to elevate the brine.
For the Coating
  • 2 cups cornflakes Crushed for a crispy texture.
  • 1 large egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup flour Swap with gluten-free flour if desired.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream or yogurt Creamy base for the sauce.
  • 1 cup blue cheese crumbles Pairs perfectly with chicken.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped chives Fresh herbs for garnish.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Frying & Serving
  • 2 cups fry oil Vegetable, canola, or peanut oil for frying.
  • 12 pieces toothpicks For serving.

Equipment

  • deep pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Ziplock Bag
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and brine in pickle juice with dill for at least 1 hour.
  2. Crush cornflakes and set up dredging station with flour, beaten egg, and crushed cornflakes.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg, and coat with cornflakes.
  5. Fry chicken in batches for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Mix sour cream, blue cheese, chives, salt, and pepper to make the sauce.
  7. Serve by skewering chicken bites with toothpicks and adding sauce and pickle slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 3bitesCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 24gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Brine chicken overnight for maximum flavor. Fry in batches for the best texture.

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