Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken, a quick and easy recipe that transforms juicy chicken breasts into a crispy, savory masterpiece. Coated in tangy dill pickle ranch dressing and topped with a crunchy Parmesan breadcrumb crust, this dish is perfect for any occasion—from casual weeknight dinners to festive gatherings with friends. The air fryer technique ensures you achieve that irresistible crunch without excessive oil, making it a health-conscious choice. Serve it as an entrée or slice it for sandwiches and salads; this versatile dish is sure to impress and satisfy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup dill pickle ranch dressing
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 3 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs
- Fresh dill for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
- In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Season the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.
- In another bowl, mix the dill pickle ranch dressing with ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Spread over the seasoned chicken.
- Combine remaining Parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs in a third bowl; coat each chicken breast generously.
- Air fry the chicken for 8-10 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh dill and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg