Best 6 Grilled Dill Pickle Chicken Thighs Recipes

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Grilled dill pickle chicken thighs are a flavorful and juicy dish that combines the tangy taste of dill pickles with the savory flavor of chicken. The chicken thighs are marinated in a mixture of dill pickle juice, olive oil, garlic, and herbs, then grilled to perfection. The result is a tender and succulent chicken dish that is packed with flavor. This recipe is perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight meal. Serve the grilled dill pickle chicken thighs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

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DILL PICKLE CHICKEN



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A succulent chicken dish that has a thick rich tangy sauce perfect for dipping crusty bread! I like to serve this over plain noodles, sometimes topping it with Cheddar cheese. Yum, yum, yum. It is super simple and uses ingredients most households always have on hand. Although dill pickles are added, the dish it doesn't taste a bit like pickles; however, they definitely make the dish by adding a special something. Warning--this a lick-your-fingers recipe, enjoy!

Provided by MSMUM1977

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 chicken leg quarters with skin, split into drumsticks and thighs
1 pinch seasoned salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup balsamic vinegar
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
½ cup finely chopped dill pickles

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Season chicken pieces with seasoned salt and pepper. Heat oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate, discarding any accumulated grease from the skillet.
  • Reduce heat to medium and deglaze the skillet by adding balsamic vinegar. Stir gently to loosen any browned bits, until the vinegar has reduced by half and looks syrupy, 3 to 5 minutes. Add stewed tomatoes and pickles, breaking the tomatoes into smaller pieces with a spoon. Bring to a simmer, about 5 minutes. Return the browned chicken to the skillet, skin-side down, and cover tightly with a lid or foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Uncover and continue to cook until the sauce is thick, 10 to 15 minutes. Skim off any accumulated grease before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.3 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Cholesterol 139.8 mg, Fat 27.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 40.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 651 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

GRILLED DILL PICKLE CHICKEN THIGHS



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The next time you reach for that last pickle in the jar, hang on to the juice. Chicken marinated in pickle juice makes some mighty tender grilled chicken. The pickle flavor does not overpower, but you do need to like dill pickles to enjoy this.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 4h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 skinless chicken thighs
1 ½ cups dill pickle juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon freeze-dried dill
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken thighs in a gallon-sized resealable bag. Pour pickle juice over the chicken. Seal bag and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk olive oil, seasoned salt, paprika, dill, and pepper together. Remove chicken from pickle juice; discard the juice. Brush all sides of the chicken with the seasoned oil.
  • Grill chicken for 6 minutes. Flip and grill until no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 64.7 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1839.1 mg

GRILLED PICKLES WITH DILL MUSTARD DIPPING SAUCE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart half-sour pickles
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh dill
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1 clove garlic, finely minced

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat.
  • For the pickles: Slice the pickles in half lengthwise and pat until completely dry. Toss the pickles with the olive oil, place on the grill and cook until they are marked, about 4 minutes per side.
  • For the dipping sauce: Stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, dill, mustard powder and garlic in a small bowl.
  • Let the pickles cool to room temperature before serving with the dipping sauce.

GRILLED DILL PICKLE CHICKEN THIGHS



Grilled Dill Pickle Chicken Thighs image

The next time you reach for that last pickle in the jar, hang on to the juice. Chicken marinated in pickle juice makes some mighty tender grilled chicken. The pickle flavor does not overpower, but you do need to like dill pickles to enjoy this.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Chicken Thighs

Time 4h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 each skinless chicken thighs
1 ½ cups dill pickle juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon freeze-dried dill
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken thighs in a gallon-sized resealable bag. Pour pickle juice over the chicken. Seal bag and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk olive oil, seasoned salt, paprika, dill, and pepper together. Remove chicken from pickle juice; discard the juice. Brush all sides of the chicken with the seasoned oil.
  • Grill chicken for 6 minutes. Flip and grill until no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 64.7 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1839.1 mg

SMASHED PICKLE SALAD



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Many cucumber salads are dressed with some combination of salt, acidity (such as vinegar or lemon juice) and something tangy and creamy. (Sour cream is commonly used in Germany, Scandinavia and the Midwest; buttermilk in the South; and yogurt in the Mediterranean, Southwest Asia and South Asia.) This recipe skips the first step of salting by instead substituting pickles - cucumbers fermented in salt and vinegar - in place of raw cucumbers. They're still crunchy, but also pack a fierce punch. Eat this salad alongside something rich, like grilled meats or schnitzel, or in a sandwich with deli meats, tinned fish or boiled eggs. While most pickles work, half-sour pickles are especially refreshing. (Avoid bread and butter pickles, which are too sweet.) Smashing the pickles opens them up to absorb dressing, and the act of doing so is just plain fun.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     salads and dressings, vegetables, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
4 whole pickles (or 16 spears), plus 1 tablespoon brine
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped dill fronds and stems
1 tablespoon mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir together the red onion and pickle brine.
  • On your cutting board, whack the pickles with a meat mallet or the back of a wooden spoon, then rip into 1/2-inch pieces. (If using spears, simply rip them into 1/2-inch pieces.)
  • Add the smashed pickles to the bowl, along with the celery, sour cream, dill and mayonnaise. Stir vigorously until creamy and combined. This salad is best eaten right away. (It can be refrigerated up to one day, but the dressing will start to get watery.)

GRILLED DILL PICKLE CHICKEN THIGHS



Grilled Dill Pickle Chicken Thighs image

The next time you reach for that last pickle in the jar, hang on to the juice. Chicken marinated in pickle juice makes some mighty tender grilled chicken. The pickle flavor does not overpower, but you do need to like dill pickles to enjoy this.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Chicken Thighs

Time 4h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 each skinless chicken thighs
1 ½ cups dill pickle juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon freeze-dried dill
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place chicken thighs in a gallon-sized resealable bag. Pour pickle juice over the chicken. Seal bag and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk olive oil, seasoned salt, paprika, dill, and pepper together. Remove chicken from pickle juice; discard the juice. Brush all sides of the chicken with the seasoned oil.
  • Grill chicken for 6 minutes. Flip and grill until no longer pink in the center, about 6 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 216 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 64.7 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1839.1 mg

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Dill Pickles: Use high-quality dill pickles for the best flavor. Look for pickles that are firm and have a good crunch. Gherkins or baby dills are especially good for this recipe.
  • Slice the Pickles Thinly: Thinly sliced pickles will help them cook evenly and absorb the marinade better.
  • Don't Overcrowd the Pan: When grilling the chicken thighs, make sure not to overcrowd the pan. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from steaming.
  • Baste the Chicken Thighs: Basting the chicken thighs with the marinade while they are grilling will help keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Use a Meat Thermometer: To ensure that the chicken thighs are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Conclusion:

Grilled Dill Pickle Chicken Thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The dill pickles add a tangy and savory flavor to the chicken, and the grilling process helps to create a crispy outer layer. Serve these chicken thighs with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or grilled vegetables.

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