Appetizer

Marinated Chicken Wings with Pickle Juice Twist

Classic buffalo wings with a pickle juice twist. The brine adds depth and tang to your favorite game day appetizer.

Prep time: 45 minsDifficulty: Medium
Marinated Chicken Wings with Pickle Juice Twist

These buffalo wings bring a sophisticated briny depth to a classic game day favorite. The pickle juice marinade creates layers of flavor—tangy, spicy, savory—all while keeping the wings juicy and crispy! 🍗🌶️

Ingredients

For the marinade:

1 tsp

white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

1/2 cup

pickle juice (from dill pickles)

1/4 cup

hot sauce (Frank's or similar)

2 tbsp

olive oil

2 cloves

garlic, minced

1 tbsp

fresh dill, chopped

1 tsp

paprika

1/2 tsp

onion powder

1/2 tsp

salt

1/4 tsp

black pepper

For baking:

2 lbs

chicken wings, split at joints (drumettes and flats)

2

egg whites, beaten (for adhesion)

For the buffalo coating:

1/2 cup

hot sauce

2 tbsp

unsalted butter, melted

1 tbsp

pickle juice (added to the coating)

1 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

celery seed

1/2 tsp

cayenne pepper

to taste

salt

For serving:

to serve

ranch dressing (made with pickle juice if desired)

to serve

blue cheese dressing

to taste

pickle spears or chopped pickles

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