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Crispy Dill Pickle Chicken Wings Recipe Easy Perfect Wings with Ranch Dip

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Crispy, juicy chicken wings infused with tangy dill pickle flavor, served with a creamy ranch dipping sauce. Perfect for game days, parties, or quick weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, tips removed
  • 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried dill weed
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For the creamy ranch dipping sauce:
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp dried dill weed
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Wings: In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings with buttermilk and dill pickle juice. Stir gently to coat and cover with plastic wrap. Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor and tenderness.
  2. Prepare the Coating: In another large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried dill weed, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat the Oil: Pour enough vegetable oil into your deep fryer or pot to submerge the wings (about 3 inches deep). Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain temperature.
  4. Coat the Wings: Remove wings from marinade one by one, letting excess drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture. Press coating gently to cover well. Set coated wings on a wire rack to rest for 10 minutes.
  5. Fry the Wings: Carefully lower wings into hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove and drain on wire rack or paper towels.
  6. Make the Ranch Dipping Sauce: While wings fry, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Chill until serving.
  7. Serve: Plate the crispy dill pickle chicken wings hot with the creamy ranch dipping sauce on the side. Garnish with fresh dill or paprika if desired.

Notes

Marinate wings at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor. Use cornstarch with flour for extra crispiness. Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid greasy or burnt wings. Rest wings on wire rack after frying to keep crispy. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend. For dairy-free ranch, use coconut yogurt or vegan ranch dressing. Baking option: bake at 425°F for 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway.

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