Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken
A savory and tangy twist on classic chicken, combining rich Parmesan cheese with the zest of dill pickles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ pounds), sliced in half horizontally
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup (120 g) dill pickle ranch dressing, plus more for serving
- 1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 3 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs
- Fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, season the sliced chicken breasts with kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Coat each piece of chicken with the dill pickle ranch dressing evenly.
- In a large dish, combine half of the grated Parmesan cheese with the breadcrumbs.
- Place the coated chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing down gently to adhere the topping.
- Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the top is golden brown.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped dill before serving.
Notes
Allow the chicken to marinate in the seasoning before adding the dressing to enhance flavor. For extra crunch, consider using panko breadcrumbs.