Description
Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is a flavorful, juicy fried chicken dish marinated in dill pickle juice for tanginess, coated in a seasoned breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a tasty main course that combines zest and crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup dill pickle juice (from a jar of pickles)
Coating
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 large eggs, whisked
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For Frying
- Cooking oil, for frying
Instructions
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Cover completely with dill pickle juice and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours to allow the flavors to infuse and tenderize the chicken.
- Prepare Coating Stations: Arrange three shallow dishes: one with the flour combined with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper; the second with the whisked eggs; and the third with the mixture of Parmesan cheese and seasoned breadcrumbs.
- Coat Chicken: Remove each chicken breast from the brine and pat dry with paper towels. Dredge each piece first in the seasoned flour, then dip into the eggs, and finally press thoroughly into the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- Heat Oil and Fry: Pour about 1/2 inch of cooking oil into a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken breasts for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until the coating is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Drain and Rest: Transfer the fried chicken onto a wire rack placed over a baking sheet to drain excess oil. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes to settle the juices before serving hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, bake the chicken at 400°F for 20-25 minutes or air fry at 400°F for 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Adjust seasoning in the flour mixture according to your taste preferences.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- If you prefer extra crunch, double coat the chicken by repeating the egg and breadcrumb step.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
