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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

Crispy Pretzel Chicken with Creamy Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

This Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce delivers a satisfying crunch and creamy tang, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups Coarsely crushed pretzels Thicker pretzel rods work best
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if desired
  • 2 large Large eggs
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Yellow mustard can be used as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Fresh onion can be a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Gruyère or pepper jack can be used
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use almond milk for a dairy-free version
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Create a coating station with three bowls for flour, egg mixture with Dijon mustard, and crushed pretzels.
  3. Coat each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and press into the crushed pretzels.
  4. Let the coated chicken rest on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes.
  5. Bake the chicken for approximately 25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cheddar cheese, milk, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  7. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes, then slice and drizzle with the mustard-cheddar sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, ensure the pretzels are coarsely crushed and allow the coated chicken to rest before baking for an extra crispy texture.

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