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Two pieces of perfectly cooked parmesan crusted chicken resting on a wooden cutting board next to a small bowl of dill pickles. A key step in the Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken recipe.
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Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken: The Crispiest, Tangiest Recipe

This Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner! Featuring tender, pickle-brined chicken with an irresistibly crispy parmesan and panko crust, this easy baked recipe is packed with a tangy, savory flavor everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 thin-cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1.5 lbs total
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice from a jar of your favorite dill pickles
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated is best
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet
  • 1 Wire Rack
  • 3 Shallow Dishes

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour dill pickle juice over them, ensuring they are fully submerged. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place a wire rack inside a baking sheet.
  3. Arrange three shallow dishes. In the first, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. In the second, whisk the eggs. In the third, mix together the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese.
  4. Remove the chicken from the brine and pat each piece thoroughly dry with paper towels. Dredge a chicken breast in the flour mixture, then dip it in the egg wash, and finally press it firmly into the panko-Parmesan mixture to coat completely.
  5. Place the coated chicken on the prepared wire rack. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F or 74°C).
  6. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps keep the juices locked in. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalProtein: 50gFat: 18gFiber: 2g

Notes

Tip 1: For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to your flour mixture.
Tip 2: Ensure your chicken breasts are of even thickness for consistent cooking. You can gently pound them if needed.
Tip 3: Do not overcrowd the baking sheet. Give each piece of chicken enough space for air to circulate and create a crispy crust.
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