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Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken

Crispy baked chicken breasts marinated in dill pickle juice, coated in a panko Parmesan crust, and topped with a creamy homemade dill sauce.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice for marinade
  • 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated preferred
  • 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried dill or 1 tablespoon fresh dill
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise for sauce
  • 1/4 cup sour cream for sauce
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed preferred

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • 3 shallow bowls for dredging
  • Zip-top bag or shallow dish (for marinating)
  • Instant read meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Place chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow bowl. Pour in the dill pickle juice, seal, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for maximum flavor.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried dill combined.
  3. Remove chicken from brine and pat completely dry with paper towels. Dredge each breast in flour shaking off excess, dip in egg, then press firmly into the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture to coat evenly on all sides.
  4. Place breaded chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. For air fryer: cook at 375°F for 15 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
  5. While the chicken bakes, stir together mayonnaise, sour cream, chopped pickles, lemon juice, and a pinch of dill in a small bowl. Taste and adjust salt as needed. Add a splash of pickle juice for extra tang.
  6. Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle creamy dill sauce over each piece, top with extra chopped pickles and fresh dill, and serve immediately.

Notes

Pat the chicken fully dry after marinating — this is key for a crispy crust. Use a wire rack during baking for even crispiness on all sides. Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 375°F or air fryer at 350°F for best texture. Sauce keeps separately in the fridge for up to 5 days.