Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Indulge in a mouthwatering experience with Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce. This delightful dish features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy pretzel crust, paired with a creamy, tangy mustard-cheddar sauce that elevates each bite. Perfect for casual family dinners or special gatherings, this recipe offers a satisfying crunch and rich flavor without the need for complicated techniques. With easy preparation steps, even novice cooks can impress their guests and enjoy a unique culinary treat. Serve it alongside fresh salads or roasted vegetables for an inviting meal that’s not only delicious but also nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl for flour, another for beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and the third for crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip it into the egg mixture, and then press it into the crushed pretzels until well-coated.
- Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 75°C).
- For the sauce, combine milk and Dijon mustard in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Serve warm with sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 130mg