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Grilled chicken that was marinated in pickle juice on a baking sheet. They are garnished with fresh dill.
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Chicken Marinated in Pickle Juice (Pickle Brine Chicken)

The juiciest chicken marinated in pickle juice! This pickle brine chicken combines chicken, salt, pepper, and pickle juice for an easy chicken marinade that yields super tender and moist meat. Super versatile, goes with just about any side dish, and is great for meal prep.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken marinated in pickle juice, chicken pickle juice marinade, marinated chicken in pickle juice, pickle brine chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 240kcal
Author Kelly Nardo

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds chicken thighs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups pickle juice (or enough to cover your chicken)

Instructions

  • Marinate your chicken. Add chicken to a large baking dish, shallow bowl, or plastic bag. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Pour over your pickle juice, making sure to cover the chicken. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours. The longer the better.
    A large casserole dish with chicken marinating in pickle juice with garlic and dill.
  • Grill. Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Heat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400-450 degrees). Once hot, place chicken close to direct heat and grill for 6-8 minutes. Flip and move to indirect heat (not directly over fire/coals) and cook for another 5-10 minutes depending on how your chicken is, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
    Grilled chicken thighs on a grill.
  • Enjoy! Serve with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving (3.75 ounces cooked) | Calories: 240kcal | Protein: 33g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3.5g | Cholesterol: 158mg | Sodium: 231mg | Potassium: 382mg | Vitamin A: 8IU | Calcium: 0.4mg | Iron: 1.6mg