Description
A delightful fusion of crispy chicken, zesty dill pickles, and rich Parmesan cheese that evokes cherished memories and sparks joyful conversations.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Dill pickles, sliced
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Breadcrumbs (seasoned or homemade)
- Eggs
- All-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper
- Optional herbs (dill, garlic powder)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the chicken by rinsing and drying it; pound to an even thickness if using breasts.
- Set up your breading station: whisk eggs in one bowl, mix flour, salt, and pepper in another, and combine breadcrumbs with Parmesan and herbs in a third.
- Bread each chicken piece: dredge in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Add sliced pickles on a tray, and optionally, arrange some on top of the breaded chicken.
- Bake on a lined baking sheet for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Serve and enjoy with your loved ones!
Notes
For extra crunch, spray chicken lightly with cooking oil before baking and flip halfway through for even browning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chicken, dill pickle, parmesan, crispy, Southern recipe