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Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken

Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken

This Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is tender, juicy, and full of tangy flavor thanks to a simple pickle juice marinade. Coated in a crunchy Parmesan breadcrumb crust, it fries up beautifully golden and irresistible.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice
Breading
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs, preferably seasoned
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Frying
  • cooking oil for frying

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts in a bowl and pour dill pickle juice over them. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare a three-bowl breading station: seasoned flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan in the third.
  3. Heat a thin layer of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it sizzles when a breadcrumb is dropped in.
  4. Remove chicken from the marinade, shaking off excess. Dredge in flour, dip in eggs, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
  5. Fry chicken for 5–7 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  6. Transfer cooked chicken to a paper towel–lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Allow chicken to rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
  8. Serve immediately or cool and store in an airtight container for later.

Notes

For added crispiness, lightly spray or brush the breaded chicken with oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) for a healthier alternative. You can also slice the chicken to use on salads or in sandwiches.