Description
If you love bold flavor, crave crispy textures, and enjoy a no-fuss cooking method, this Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is for you. This easy dinner idea features juicy, brine-marinated chicken breasts coated in a crispy parmesan and panko crust, then topped with chopped pickles and a drizzle of ranch. It’s the kind of quick weeknight recipe that feels gourmet but takes under an hour from start to finish. Perfect for meal prep, casual family dinners, or even impressing guests with something unexpected, this dish is a must-try in your rotation of dinner ideas, especially if you’re looking for a flavorful, easy recipe that stands out.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 cup dill pickle brine
1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup ranch dressing (optional)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
1. Place chicken in a shallow dish and cover with dill pickle brine. Marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment or foil.
3. Set up two bowls: one with whisked eggs, and one with parmesan, panko, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Remove chicken from brine and pat dry. Dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumb-parmesan mixture, pressing to adhere.
5. Arrange on baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6. Once done, top with chopped dill pickles, drizzle with ranch, and sprinkle fresh dill. Serve hot and crispy.
Notes
Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes to allow the brine to tenderize and flavor it well.
Always use freshly grated parmesan for the crispiest, cheesiest crust.
Avoid overcrowding your pan—space allows proper crisping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: dill pickle chicken, parmesan crusted chicken, easy dinner, crispy chicken, pickle recipes