Description
Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines the tangy zest of dill pickles with juicy chicken, all enveloped in a crunchy, golden-brown coating. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe offers a delightful twist on traditional fried chicken. With its flavorful breading and succulent meat, it’s sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Serve it as a main course or slice it up for sandwiches and salads—its versatility knows no bounds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup dill pickle juice
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Cooking oil for frying
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in dill pickle juice for at least 30 minutes.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with seasonings, one for whisked eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs and Parmesan.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Dredge each marinated chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature at least 165°F).
- Drain on paper towels and let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg