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Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites w/ a Creamy Blue Cheese Sauce

Crunchy Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites with Creamy Blue Cheese Sauce

Enjoy these Pickle-Brined Chicken Bites w/ a Creamy Blue Cheese Sauce for a tangy, crispy appetizer that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thigh or breast Thighs retain juiciness better
  • 1 cup pickle juice Tenderizes the chicken
  • 1 tablespoon dill Fresh dill is best but dried will do
For the Blue Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream or yogurt Greek yogurt gives a healthful twist
  • 4 ounces blue cheese crumbles Feta can be a milder substitute
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives Green onions can be used if chives aren't available
  • to taste sea salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Coating
  • 2 cups corn flakes Opt for gluten-free cornflakes if needed
  • 1 large egg A flax egg can make a great vegan substitute
  • 1/2 cup flour Choose gluten-free flour if needed
For Frying
  • as needed fry oil Any neutral oil will do well
  • as needed toothpicks For serving

Equipment

  • deep frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Shallow Bowls
  • Cooking thermometer
  • Ziploc bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the boneless skinless chicken into bite-sized chunks. Combine with pickle juice and dill in a bowl, cover, and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
  2. Crush cornflakes in a Ziploc bag until they resemble coarse crumbs. Set up three bowls with flour, whisked egg, and crushed cornflakes.
  3. Heat oil in a deep frying pan or dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for precise control.
  4. Remove the marinated chicken from the brine, dredge in flour, dip in egg, then roll in cornflakes to coat.
  5. Fry the chicken bites in batches for 6-8 minutes until golden brown, ensuring they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. While frying, combine sour cream, blue cheese, chives, salt, and pepper in a bowl to make the sauce.
  7. Drain fried chicken bites on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve with toothpicks and creamy blue cheese sauce topped with a pickle chip.

Nutrition

Serving: 3bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For the crispiest results, do not overcrowd the frying pan and rest the bites on a rack after frying.

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