Air Fryer Dill Pickle Parmesan Chicken
A crispy and flavorful chicken dish featuring dill pickle ranch dressing and Parmesan cheese, made easily in the air fryer.
Equipment
- Air fryer Ensure the air fryer is preheated for best results.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced in half horizontally
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 cup dill pickle ranch dressing
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese divided
- 3 tablespoons plain breadcrumbs
- units fresh dill chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. This spice mixture will enhance the flavor of the chicken.
- Season the chicken breasts evenly on all sides with the spice mixture. Make sure to cover every part for a burst of flavor.
- In another bowl, mix together the dill pickle ranch dressing and ½ cup of the grated Parmesan cheese. Spread this creamy mixture evenly over each seasoned chicken breast.
- In a third bowl, combine the remaining Parmesan cheese with the breadcrumbs. For an extra crunch, consider adding a handful of crushed cornflakes to this mixture!
- Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over each chicken piece, pressing gently to adhere.
- Place each chicken breast into the air fryer basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to work in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry at 375°F for 8-10 minutes. Check for doneness at the 8-minute mark to ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the air fryer and let it rest for 5 minutes. This helps to lock in the juices.
- Garnish with chopped dill and a drizzle of extra dill pickle ranch dressing before serving for added flavor.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider adding a handful of crushed cornflakes to the breadcrumb mixture before air frying.