Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner
Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is the best restaurant-style chicken you can make at home. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to getting that perfect crispy coating. The dill pickles and parmesan make this chicken irresistibly crispy and flavorful. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Crockpot Dinner and Brown Butter Coffee Toffee Cookies with Sea Salt Topping.
Why This Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy golden coating
- Flavorful dill pickle taste
- Easy to make, better than takeout
What You'll Need for Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Dill pickles
- Parmesan cheese
- All-purpose flour
- Eggs
- Breadcrumbs
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Dried dill
- Optional: Lemon wedges
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Marinara sauce
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: Pound to an even thickness for even cooking.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Food processor — Quickly chops pickles and breadcrumbs for even coating. → See on Amazon
- Pounding mallet — Ensures even thickness for even cooking. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner
- Prepare chicken: Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Coat chicken: Dip chicken in flour, then eggs, then a mixture of breadcrumbs, dried dill, and chopped pickles. Coat again in flour, then eggs, then breadcrumbs.
- Bake: Place chicken on a baking sheet, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcrowd the baking sheet. Bake in batches if needed to prevent soggy chicken.
- Pro tip: For extra crispiness, place a wire rack on top of the baking sheet before baking.
- Pro tip: Use a food processor to quickly chop pickles and breadcrumbs for even coating.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the coating and pickles up to a day ahead.
Freezing Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner
Freeze uncooked chicken for up to 3 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy version, add some red pepper flakes to the flour mixture.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for extra flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the coating and pickles up to a day ahead.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking.
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Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Dill pickles
- Parmesan cheese
- All-purpose flour
- Eggs
- Breadcrumbs
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Paprika
- Dried dill
Optional Toppings
- Lemon wedges
- Fresh parsley
- Marinara sauce
Instructions
- Prepare chicken: Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Coat chicken: Dip chicken in flour, then eggs, then a mixture of breadcrumbs, dried dill, and chopped pickles. Coat again in flour, then eggs, then breadcrumbs.
- Bake: Place chicken on a baking sheet, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and golden.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicy version, add some red pepper flakes to the flour mixture.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for extra flavor.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the coating and pickles up to a day ahead.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of cooking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze uncooked chicken for up to 3 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare the coating and pickles up to a day ahead.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner FAQs
Yes, prepare the coating and pickles up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to use.
Make sure your chicken is not overcrowded on the baking sheet. Bake in batches if needed. Also, ensure your oven temperature is accurate.
Yes, you can use canned pickles. Just make sure to drain and chop them well.
Yes, cook at 380°F (193°C) for 15-20 minutes or until cooked through and golden.
Yes, use gluten-free flour and breadcrumbs to make this recipe gluten-free.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
