Description

This Pickle-Brined Chicken is juicy, flavorful, and incredibly tender thanks to the tangy brine. Perfect for a family dinner or meal prep!

Ingredients

Scale

4 (6 ounces each) boneless skinless chicken breasts

1–1/2 cups dill pickle juice

1–1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1 pinch cayenne pepper

optional

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the chicken breasts and dill pickle juice. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Remove the chicken from the brine and pat it dry with paper towels.
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, coating well on all sides.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (75 degrees Celsius).
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to serve with your favorite side dishes, like mashed potatoes or a fresh salad. The leftover pickle juice can be used as a brine for other meats or veggies!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Pan-Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 390 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 980 mg
Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 40 g
Cholesterol: 115 mg

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