These skewers are:
- Spicy
- Tangy
- Creamy
- Crunchy
- And borderline impossible to stop eating
They’re ridiculously easy (hello, air-fried nuggets) and the sauce takes three minutes flat.
If your audience loves pickles and buffalo anything — this one’s a save.
Why You’ll Love These
- ✔ 3-minute sauce
- ✔ Uses store-bought or air-fried chicken
- ✔ Big flavor, minimal effort
- ✔ Perfect for game day, parties, or casual Friday nights
- ✔ High pickle energy (in the best way)
What They Taste Like
Think:
- Crispy buffalo chicken
- Cool ranch
- Sharp, briny pickle crunch
- A little creamy blue cheese if you want it
It’s bold but balanced — spicy heat + creamy tang + salty crunch.
Ingredients (Serves 4–6 as an appetizer)
For the Skewers
- 20–24 cooked chicken nuggets or air-fried chicken bites
- 1 cup pickle chips or thick-cut pickle spears, halved
- Wooden or metal skewers
For the 3-Minute Buffalo Ranch Sauce
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1–2 tablespoons pickle brine
- Freshly cracked black pepper
To Finish (Optional but Recommended)
- Fresh dill, finely chopped
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
Equipment
- Air fryer (if cooking chicken from raw or reheating)
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Skewers
- Serving platter
Timing
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook (if needed): 10–15 minutes
- Total: 20–25 minutes
If using fully cooked nuggets? Even faster.
How to Make Buffalo Ranch Pickle Chicken Skewers
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Air fry nuggets or chicken bites at 400°F for 8–12 minutes, until hot and crispy.
If using homemade chicken, cook fully and let cool slightly before skewering.
Step 2: Make the 3-Minute Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together:
- Buffalo sauce
- Ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon pickle brine
Taste and add more brine if you want it tangier.
That’s it. Done.
Step 3: Assemble the Skewers
Thread onto each skewer:
- 1 piece chicken
- 1 pickle chip
- Repeat 2–3 times
You want that alternating crispy + briny pattern.
Step 4: Sauce + Finish
Drizzle generously with buffalo ranch sauce.
Sprinkle with:
- Fresh dill
- Blue cheese crumbles (optional but highly recommended)
Serve extra sauce on the side for dipping.
Why This Is So Good for Game Day
- No messy wing bones
- Easy to grab and go
- High flavor payoff
- Looks fun and intentional
- Works hot or room temp
And honestly? People love food on sticks.
Tips for Best Results
- Use thick-cut pickles so they don’t slide off.
- Pat pickles dry slightly before skewering.
- Want more heat? Add a pinch of cayenne to the sauce.
- Want it milder? Do ⅓ buffalo + ⅔ ranch.
FAQs
Can I make these ahead?
Yes. Assemble skewers a few hours ahead and refrigerate. Add sauce just before serving so they stay crisp.
Can I use grilled chicken instead?
Absolutely. This works great with grilled, baked, or air-fried chicken.
Do I have to use blue cheese?
No — but if you like buffalo wings with blue cheese, it really works here.
Can I make them less spicy?
Yes. Just reduce the buffalo sauce ratio and increase ranch.
Nutrition (Per Skewer, Approximate)
- Calories: 110–140
- Protein: 7–9g
- Fat: 7g
- Carbs: 6–8g
(Will vary depending on nuggets used.)
Buffalo Ranch Pickle Chicken Skewers (With 3-Minute Sauce)
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Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Air fry nuggets or chicken bites at 400°F for 8–12 minutes, until hot and crispy.
- If using homemade chicken, cook fully and let cool slightly before skewering.
- In a small bowl, whisk together:
- Buffalo sauce
- Ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon pickle brine
- Taste and add more brine if you want it tangier.
- Thread onto each skewer:
- 1 piece chicken
- 1 pickle chip
- Repeat 2–3 times
- You want that alternating crispy + briny pattern.
- Drizzle generously with buffalo ranch sauce.
- Sprinkle with:
- Fresh dill
- Blue cheese crumbles (optional but highly recommended)
- Serve extra sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition
Notes
Why This Is So Good for Game Day
- No messy wing bones
- Easy to grab and go
- High flavor payoff
- Looks fun and intentional
- Works hot or room temp
- And honestly? People love food on sticks.
Tips for Best Results
- Use thick-cut pickles so they don’t slide off.
- Pat pickles dry slightly before skewering.
- Want more heat? Add a pinch of cayenne to the sauce.
- Want it milder? Do ⅓ buffalo + ⅔ ranch.
