Description
Crunchy Parmesan Chicken with a tangy dill pickle flavor is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines crispy chicken strips with the zesty taste of dill pickles. The crispy coating of panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese adds a flavorful crunch to the tender chicken inside.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips or tenders
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup dill pickle juice
Optional Dipping Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp dill pickle relish
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken strips in a bowl and pour dill pickle juice over them. Let marinate for 15–20 minutes to infuse tangy flavor.
- Prepare Breading Station: Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour (seasoned with salt and pepper), one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken strip in flour, dip in egg, and coat thoroughly with breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 2–3 tbsp olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken strips 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C). Alternatively, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Prepare the Dipping Sauce (Optional): Mix mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
- Serve: Plate the crunchy Parmesan chicken strips with the dipping sauce or alongside a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg
