Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce, a dish that captures the hearts of both kids and adults. This recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy pretzel crust, complemented by a creamy, tangy mustard-cheddar sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this easy-to-make meal is sure to impress your family and friends. With its unique combination of textures and flavors, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be served in various creative ways.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
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 a breading station: one bowl with flour, another with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and a third with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then press into the crushed pretzels.
- Place the coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Meanwhile, prepare the mustard-cheddar sauce by heating milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan; add shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Serve warm with the sauce drizzled or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg