Description
This Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken recipe combines tangy dill pickle ranch dressing, crispy breadcrumbs, and savory Parmesan cheese. Air-fried to golden perfection, it’s a quick, flavorful dish the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning:
3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Coating:
1/2 cup dill pickle ranch dressing
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
3 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs
Garnish:
Fresh dill, chopped
Extra dill pickle ranch dressing
Instructions
1. Whisk together salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
2. Pat chicken dry and season evenly on all sides.
3. Mix dill pickle ranch dressing with 1/2 cup Parmesan and spread over chicken.
4. Combine remaining Parmesan with breadcrumbs and sprinkle on top.
5. Place chicken in air fryer basket in a single layer.
6. Air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
7. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh dill and extra dressing before serving.
Notes
Oven Method: Bake at 400°F for 20–22 minutes. Broil the final 2–3 minutes for extra crispiness.
Serving Ideas: Pair with roasted vegetables, green salad, mashed potatoes, or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main-course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 580
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 27
- Cholesterol: 80
Keywords: dill pickle chicken, parmesan chicken, air fryer chicken, crispy chicken, easy dinner