Description
Crispy, juicy chicken marinated in tangy dill pickle brine and baked with a savory Parmesan breadcrumb coating. A healthier, oven-baked twist on a classic favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup dill pickle brine (from a jar of pickles)
1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, whisked
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Cooking spray or a light brushing of oil
Instructions
- Place chicken in brine and marinate for 30 min to 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Set up breading station with flour, egg, and breadcrumb-Parmesan mix.
- Pat chicken dry. Dredge in flour, dip in egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
- Place on a greased wire rack over a baking sheet. Spray with oil.
- Bake for 20-25 min until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F.
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry after marinating is crucial for the coating to adhere.
- Using a wire rack ensures all sides get crispy.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking for maximum juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g