Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner

Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken is the best dinner for busy weeknights. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to perfectly crispy chicken every time. The tangy dill pickles and melty parmesan cheese make this dish irresistible. Try it with my Easy Italian Pot Roast Recipe for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Italian Pot Roast Recipe and Easy Korean Beef Ramen Recipe.

What You'll Need for Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup crushed dill pickles
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce
• Optional: Fresh basil leaves
• Optional: Red pepper flakes

How to Make Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner

1. Prepare the chicken: Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Set up the breading station: In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another, mix panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. In a third, place the crushed dill pickles.
3. Bread the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the egg, then the pickles, then the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
4. Cook the chicken: Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook until golden and crispy, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and top with marinara sauce. Broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Bread the chicken up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.

Freezing Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner

Freeze cooked chicken for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and reheat for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, then crisp in the oven for 5 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Use a food processor to quickly crush the pickles and breadcrumbs.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken tenders for easier breading.
• Make-ahead: Bread the chicken up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the chicken is not crispy, try increasing the cooking time or broiling for an additional minute.

Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

30 mins

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Serves

2 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup crushed dill pickles
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 eggs

Seasonings

• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce

Optional Toppings

• Fresh basil leaves
• Red pepper flakes

Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken: Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
2. Set up the breading station: In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another, mix panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. In a third, place the crushed dill pickles.
3. Bread the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the egg, then the pickles, then the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
4. Cook the chicken: Heat 1/4 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken and cook until golden and crispy, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and top with marinara sauce. Broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

• Chef tip: Use a food processor to quickly crush the pickles and breadcrumbs.
• Best substitution: Substitute chicken breasts with chicken tenders for easier breading.
• Make-ahead: Bread the chicken up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If the chicken is not crispy, try increasing the cooking time or broiling for an additional minute.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and reheat for 15-20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, then crisp in the oven for 5 minutes.
• Make ahead: Bread the chicken up to a day ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to cook.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40g
• Fat: 18g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 8g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken for Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!