– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup dill pickle juice
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko works best)
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 2 large eggs
– Cooking spray or oil (for greasing)
Creating Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is an enjoyable process. Simply follow these steps to achieve mouthwatering results:
1. Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, place the chicken breasts and cover them with dill pickle juice. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for a stronger flavor).
2. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to preheat at 400°F (204°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it.
3. Prepare Breading Station: In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
4. Dredge Chicken: Remove each chicken breast from the pickle juice, letting the excess drip off. Dip it first in the beaten egg, then coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
5. Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure they are spaced apart to allow for even cooking.
6. Spray Chicken: Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with cooking spray or drizzle a little oil for an extra crispy finish.
7. Bake: Place the chicken in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes. The chicken should be golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
8. Cool Slightly: Once done, remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the chicken to cool for about 5 minutes.
9. Serve: Slice the chicken into strips or serve whole, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.