Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a delightful and satisfying dish that takes your classic chicken dinner to new heights. The crispy pretzel coating provides a unique crunch, while the creamy mustard-cheddar sauce adds a rich, tangy flavor that perfectly complements the juicy chicken breasts. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for family dinners, game days, or elegant gatherings. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and one with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into crushed pretzels to coat thoroughly.
- Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While the chicken bakes, prepare the mustard-cheddar sauce by warming milk and Dijon mustard in a saucepan, then stirring in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Let the chicken rest before serving it drizzled with the creamy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg