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Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken

Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken
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Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is a flavorful and crunchy dish that perfectly combines tangy dill pickles with a rich parmesan and panko breadcrumb crust, wrapped around juicy, tender chicken breasts. This recipe is easy to prepare using simple pantry ingredients, ideal for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or impressing guests with a unique comfort food twist.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles, finely chopped (blotted dry)
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil or butter, for frying (about 2-3 tablespoons)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace and ingredients: Pat the chicken breasts dry and slice them horizontally into thinner cutlets for even cooking. Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and a mixture of panko, parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and finely chopped dill pickles in a third bowl.
  2. Coat the chicken: Dredge each chicken piece in the flour, shaking off excess. Dip fully in the egg wash, then press firmly into the pickle parmesan breadcrumb mixture to ensure an even, generous coating on all sides.
  3. Fry to golden crisp: Heat olive oil or butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Fry the coated chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain oil temperature and crispness.
  4. Rest and serve: Transfer cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Let rest for a few minutes before slicing to retain juiciness and keep the parmesan crust intact.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken to help the coating adhere better and cook evenly.
  • Press coating firmly on the chicken to prevent crumbs from falling off during frying.
  • Fry the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding, ensuring crispiness.
  • Pat the pickles dry to prevent sogginess in the crust.
  • Allow the chicken to rest before slicing to maintain juiciness.

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Keywords: crispy chicken, dill pickles, parmesan crust, crunchy chicken, easy dinner, comfort food, panko breadcrumbs, tangy chicken

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