– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup dill pickle juice (from the jar)
– 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 2 large eggs
– ½ cup all-purpose flour
– Cooking spray or oil for greasing the baking sheet
Preparing Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a bowl and pour the dill pickle juice over them. Allow them to marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray it with cooking spray.
3. Prepare Breading Station: Set up three shallow bowls for the breading process:
– *Bowl 1*: Place the flour.
– *Bowl 2*: Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl.
– *Bowl 3*: Combine the breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika.
4. Coat Chicken: Remove the chicken from the pickle juice, letting any excess liquid drip off, then dredge each piece in the flour, shaking off the excess. Next, dip it into the whisked eggs, ensuring it’s entirely coated, then liberally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. An internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is recommended for safety.
7. Rest and Serve: Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before slicing. This helps to retain moisture.