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Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken


  • Author: Adele B.
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Some dishes are born from tradition, others from curiosity — and then there are recipes like crispy dill pickle Parmesan chicken, born from the brilliant collision of bold flavors and comfort food texture. If you love the tangy bite of a good dill pickle and the golden crunch of breaded chicken cutlets, this dish is everything you didn’t know you were craving.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 chicken cutlets)

  • 1 cup dill pickle juice

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Breading:

  • ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • ½ teaspoon dried dill

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For Dredging & Coating:

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 large eggs, beaten

For Cooking:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (or neutral oil for frying)


Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the chicken
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thinner cutlets, or use pre-sliced cutlets. Place them in a shallow dish or zip-top bag with dill pickle juice, garlic powder, and black pepper. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.

Step 2: Prepare your breading stations
Set up three shallow bowls:

  • One with the flour (seasoned lightly with salt and pepper)

  • One with the beaten eggs

  • One with the panko, Parmesan, paprika, onion powder, dried dill, and a pinch of salt and pepper

Step 3: Bread the chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat it dry slightly (don’t rinse). Dredge each piece first in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally press into the Parmesan-panko mixture until well-coated.

Step 4: Cook the chicken
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, cook the chicken cutlets in batches for about 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should be 165°F). Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain.

 

Step 5: Serve and enjoy
Serve hot, topped with chopped fresh dill or a squeeze of lemon for brightness. This crispy dill pickle chicken is perfect with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or sliced into a salad or sandwich.

Notes

This dish also makes great leftovers! Try slicing it cold over a salad or reheating it in the oven to keep the crust crispy. Skip the extra salt in the marinade — the pickle juice has plenty.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380