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A close-up shot of the crispy parmesan crust on a piece of dill pickle brined chicken.

Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken (The Ultimate Guide)

This Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken features a juicy, pickle-brined chicken breast with a crunchy panko-parmesan crust. Learn how to make it in the oven, skillet, or air fryer for an easy, flavorful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thin-cut boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1.5 lbs total
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice from a jar of your favorite dill pickles
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Cooking oil or spray for cooking

Equipment

  • 3 Shallow Dishes For the breading station
  • 1 Skillet, Air Fryer, or Baking Sheet

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and cover with dill pickle juice. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 4 hours.
Prepare and Coat
  1. Prepare three shallow dishes. In the first, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. In the second, whisk the eggs. In the third, combine panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper.
  2. Remove chicken from the marinade and pat completely dry. Dredge each piece first in the flour mixture, then the egg, and finally press firmly into the panko-Parmesan mixture to coat thoroughly.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place chicken on a wire rack on a baking sheet. Spray with cooking spray and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  2. Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Cook chicken in a single layer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and cooked through.

Notes

Ensure the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Patting the chicken dry is crucial for a crispy crust.
Do not overcrowd the pan or air fryer basket.