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Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken

Juicy pickle-brined chicken coated in a crispy parmesan breadcrumb crust and baked until golden and crunchy.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice for brining
Breading
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 0.75 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp dried dill optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken in pickle juice for at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment or place a wire rack on top.
  3. Set up breading station with flour in one bowl, whisked eggs and water in another, and breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan and spices in a third.
  4. Remove chicken from brine, pat dry, and coat lightly in flour.
  5. Dip chicken into egg mixture, then press into parmesan breadcrumb mixture to coat well.
  6. Place coated chicken on prepared baking sheet and lightly spray tops with oil.
  7. Bake 22–28 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh dill if desired.

Notes

For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack and avoid overcrowding the pan.