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Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken

Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken in a skillet with golden panko crust and fresh dill garnish
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Tangy dill pickle juice marinates the chicken while a golden Parmesan panko crust locks in every bit of moisture. A bold, crunchy weeknight dinner the whole family will request again.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated strongly preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh dill for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or heavy pan. Even thickness is essential for even cooking.
  2. Place chicken in a shallow dish and pour dill pickle juice over it. Marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours covered in the refrigerator.
  3. Set up three shallow dishes: dish one with flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper mixed together; dish two with a small splash of fresh pickle juice; dish three with panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Remove chicken from the marinade and let excess drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture, dip briefly into pickle juice, then press firmly into the panko Parmesan mixture using your palm to coat evenly on both sides.
  5. Heat olive oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Wait until the butter stops foaming before adding the chicken.
  6. Add chicken to the skillet and cook undisturbed for 4 to 6 minutes per side until deeply golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  7. Transfer to a plate and rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh dill if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Do not skip the second dip in pickle juice before the panko step – it is what makes the coating stick properly.
  • Press the panko coating on firmly with your palm, not just your fingertips. Light pressing leaves gaps that fall off during cooking.
  • To bake instead of pan-fry, place breaded chicken on a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet and bake at 400 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes.
  • For a lower-carb version, substitute almond flour for all-purpose flour.
  • If coating browns too fast, reduce heat to medium and loosely tent the pan with foil for the final 2 minutes.

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