Description
If you love bold, savory flavors with minimal effort, these Dill Pickle Ranch Chicken Skewers are about to become your go-to meal. Perfect for a quick dinner, backyard BBQ, or even a healthy snack option, this easy recipe delivers juicy chicken marinated in creamy ranch and briny pickle juice, then grilled to golden perfection. Whether you’re looking for weeknight dinner ideas, low-carb food ideas, or a crowd-pleasing party recipe, these skewers tick all the boxes with their tangy kick and delicious char. It’s a quick meal packed with flavor and sure to be on repeat.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
1/4 cup pickle juice
1/2 cup ranch dressing
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6–8 wooden skewers, soaked if grilling
Instructions
1. In a bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, pickle juice, olive oil, chopped dill pickles, minced garlic, and fresh dill. Add salt and pepper to taste.
2. Cut chicken breasts into 1.5-inch chunks and add them to the marinade. Toss to coat well.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for more flavor.
4. Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before cooking to prevent burning.
5. Thread marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving small gaps for even cooking.
6. Preheat grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates.
7. Grill skewers for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through (165°F internal temp).
8. Serve with extra ranch or creamy dill sauce and garnish with fresh dill and pickle slices if desired.
Notes
Don’t marinate the chicken longer than 24 hours—pickle juice can make it too soft.
For a spicier version, use spicy dill pickles or add red pepper flakes.
You can bake or air fry the skewers if you don’t have access to a grill.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (approx)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: easy dinner, grilled chicken, dill pickle chicken, summer recipes, low carb, keto