Description
Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken offers a perfect blend of tangy dill pickle flavor with a crunchy Parmesan breadcrumb coating, resulting in a juicy and flavorful fried chicken breast that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup dill pickle juice
Breading
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
For Frying
- Cooking oil (enough for frying, about 1/2 inch deep in skillet)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, submerge the chicken breasts completely in dill pickle juice. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavor and tenderize the meat.
- Prepare the Breading Station: Set up three separate bowls: first with the flour mixed with salt, pepper, and garlic powder; second with the beaten eggs; and third with a mixture of breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, onion powder, and paprika.
- Preheat the Oil: Heat cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers and sizzles when a breadcrumb is dropped in, indicating it’s hot enough for frying.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess liquid. Dredge each breast first in the seasoned flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Fry the Chicken: Place the breaded chicken breasts carefully into the hot oil. Fry for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Drain Excess Oil: Transfer cooked chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil and keep the crust crispy.
- Rest the Chicken: Let the fried chicken rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring moist and tender bites.
- Serve or Store: Serve hot for best texture and flavor, or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Use seasoned breadcrumbs for extra flavor or add your own herbs like parsley or dill to the breadcrumb mixture.
- Make sure the oil is at the right temperature to prevent greasy chicken or uneven cooking.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.
- For a lower-fat option, bake the breaded chicken at 425°F (220°C) for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Letting the chicken rest after frying enhances juiciness and keeps the crust crispy.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
Keywords: crispy chicken, dill pickle chicken, parmesan chicken, fried chicken recipe, easy chicken recipes, breaded chicken
