Dill Pickle Chicken: A Crunchy, Zesty Twist for Dinner Bliss

Discover this Dill Pickle Chicken recipe, a crispy and tangy dish that transforms dinner into a flavorful adventure.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 18

Marination Time 12

Total Time 12 33

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1.5 lbs chicken breasts thinly sliced for quick marination
1.5 cups dill pickle juice the key to tangy flavor

For the Coating

2 large eggs beaten
1 tablespoon milk adds richness
0.75 cups seasoned breadcrumbs
0.75 cups seasoned panko bread crumbs

Seasonings

0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Optional

olive oil cooking spray for a golden finish

Equipment

oven
ziplock bag
Medium bowl
Large shallow bowl
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper

Method

Preparation

Marinate the chicken: In a ziplock bag, combine chicken with dill pickle juice and refrigerate for 8 to 12 hours.
Dry the chicken: Pat it dry with paper towels and discard leftover juice.
Preheat the oven: Set to 425°F and prepare baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk the egg mixture: Mix beaten eggs and milk in a medium bowl.
Combine the breadcrumbs: Mix seasoned breadcrumbs, panko, salt, and pepper in a large shallow bowl.
Dip the chicken: Coat each piece in the egg mixture and then in the breadcrumb mixture.
Arrange on the baking sheet: Place coated chicken on sheet and spray with olive oil if desired.
Bake to perfection: Bake for 10 minutes, flip, and bake another 8 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a slice of lemon for extra zing. Great to pair with salads or mashed potatoes.

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