Dill Pickle Chicken Wings with Crunchy Dill Pickle Topping
Crispy, juicy chicken wings tossed with tangy dill pickle flavor and topped with a crunchy dill pickle topping for the ultimate snack or appetizer.
Servings 4 people
Calories 942kcal
Ingredients
For the Brining
- 3.5-4 Pounds Chicken Wings about 32–40 wings
- 2 Cups Pickle Juice
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Paprika
For the Wings
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon Paprika
- 2 Teaspoons Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
- ½ Teaspoon Chili Flakes
- Salt & Pepper to taste
For the Dill Pickle Crunch Topping
- 3 Dill Pickles diced
- ½ Small Red Onion diced
- 2 Cloves Garlic minced
- ½ Cup Olive Oil
- Splash Red Wine Vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons Honey
- Salt & Pepper to taste
For the Garnish
- 1 Handful Fresh Dill chopped
- 2 Tablespoons Honey
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Wings
- Pat the chicken wings dry and season them with your favorite wing seasoning or sauce. Preheat your oven or air fryer and cook the wings until they are crispy and cooked through.
Make the Topping
- Chop the dill pickles finely and combine them with breadcrumbs or crushed crackers for extra crunch. Add a little fresh dill if desired.
Assemble
- Once the wings are cooked, toss or drizzle them with the wing sauce if using. Sprinkle the crunchy dill pickle topping over the wings evenly.
Serve
- Arrange the wings on a platter and garnish with extra fresh dill if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the tangy, crunchy, flavorful bites!
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Nutrition
Calories: 942kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 69g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 39g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 165mg | Sodium: 2339mg | Potassium: 602mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 2248IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 96mg | Iron: 4mg