How to Make Dill Pickle Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something irresistible about the combination of tangy dill pickles and juicy chicken. This Dill Pickle Chicken recipe takes this classic flavor combination to a whole new level, creating a dish that's both comforting and full of zesty flavor. Whether you're a pickle lover or just looking to try something new, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your meal rotation.

At its core, this Dill Pickle Chicken recipe is all about bringing together simple, flavorful ingredients ...

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • 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

    462 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 140mg
    • Sodium: 651mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 66mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 601mg