Fried Pickle Dip

Looking for something original for your next party?  Fried Pickle Dip may just be the answer.  toasted panko, chopped pickles, and crushed potato chips top off this sour cream-based dip that mimics fried pickles but with far less effort.  

3/4 cup drained and chopped dill pickles

1 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sour cream

2 Tbsp dill pickle juice, or more to taste

1/4 cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs, toasted

1 1/2 tsp chopped fresh dill 

Wavy and/or salt-and-vinegar potato chips for serving plus crushed chips for garnish.

Stir together 1/2 cup chopped pickles, the cream cheese, sour cream, and pickle juice in a medium bowl until smooth and combined.  

Chill, covered, at least 30 minutes (or up to 3 hours).  Bring to room temperature before serving, about 30 minutes.  Top with panko, dill, and remaining 1/4 cup chopped pickles.  Garnish with crushed potato chips.  Serve with potato chips. 

Note:  To soften cream cheese, put unwrapped cream cheese on a microwave-safe dish and microwave on high for 15 seconds.