Description
Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that elevates simple chicken breasts into a flavor-packed, crunchy delight. Marinated in dill pickle juice and coated with a crispy Parmesan crust, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. Each bite combines juicy tenderness with zesty tanginess, making it an instant favorite among family and friends. Serve it hot with your favorite sides for a complete meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried dill weed
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: Place chicken breasts in a bowl and cover with dill pickle juice. Let marinate for at least 1 hour.
- 2. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- 3. Prepare the coating: In one bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. In another bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, dill weed, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Coat the chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade, dip each piece into the egg mixture, then roll in the breadcrumb mixture until well-coated.
- 5. Bake: Place coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6. Serve hot with sliced pickles or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg