Description
Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is a tangy, crunchy twist on classic crispy chicken. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in dill pickle juice for tenderness and flavor, then coated in a Parmesan and breadcrumb crust for a perfectly golden, zesty bite.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup dill pickle juice (from the jar)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter (for drizzling)
- Fresh dill and pickle slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour pickle juice over them. Marinate for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry with paper towels.
- In one shallow dish, place flour. In another, whisk together eggs and Dijon mustard. In a third dish, combine panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Coat each chicken breast first in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally press into the Parmesan breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Place on prepared baking sheet and drizzle lightly with olive oil or melted butter for crispiness.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh dill and pickle slices before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, broil the chicken for 1–2 minutes after baking.
- Air fryer option: Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12–14 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Serve with ranch or dill sauce for dipping.
- Marinating longer enhances the tangy pickle flavor and tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 mins (plus 1 hr marinating)
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking / Air Frying
- Cuisine: American