Description
The Best Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is a crunchy, flavorful chicken recipe coated in seasoned breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of dill pickle flavor. Perfect for a fun and easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless skinless
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup dill pickle, chopped or sliced
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking oil, for frying
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour mixed with paprika, salt, and pepper; one with beaten eggs; one with breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Season chicken with garlic and onion powder.
- Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, then in eggs, then coat with breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and lightly fry chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Transfer chicken to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve with extra pickles or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Adjust pickle quantity based on your flavor preference.
- Can be baked entirely for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Fry & Bake
- Cuisine: American