Description
This irresistible chicken dish delivers a perfect balance of crispy texture and bold flavors. A golden parmesan coating meets tangy dill pickle brine for a zesty, addictive bite. Quick to make and great for weeknight dinners, it pairs well with roasted potatoes or salads.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into tenders
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup dill pickle brine
2 large eggs
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) for baking alternative
Cut chicken into even-sized tenders
In a bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with Parmesan cheese
In a separate bowl, beat eggs and stir in dill pickle brine
Dredge chicken pieces in flour, then dip into egg mixture, and coat evenly with the panko-parmesan mix
Fry in preheated oil at 350°F until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side), or bake for 20-25 minutes
Place on paper towels to drain if frying
Notes
Thighs yield juicier results than breasts
For oven baking, ensure chicken lies flat on the tray for even cooking
Use a gluten-free breadcrumbs substitute for a gluten-free version
Brine can be adjusted to personal taste by varying pickles-to-egg ratio
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Method: Frying or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken tender and 30g pickle brine mix
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg