Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Indulge in the delightful experience of Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce, a dish that brings together crispy pretzel-coated chicken and a creamy, savory sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe combines the crunch of pretzels with tender chicken breasts, enhanced by the rich flavors of cheddar and mustard. You’ll love how simple it is to prepare while impressing your guests with its gourmet flair. In just under an hour, you can create a satisfying meal that’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- 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
- 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 three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and one with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast first in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the crushed pretzels.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- While the chicken bakes, heat milk and Dijon mustard in a saucepan; add shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Serve the baked chicken drizzled with mustard-cheddar sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 165mg