Description
Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a delectable dish that marries the crunchiness of pretzels with the creamy tang of a mustard-cheddar sauce. This crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for family dinners, game days, or gatherings where you want to impress your guests. With its unique flavor combination and simple preparation, you can create a memorable meal without breaking a sweat. The crispy chicken pairs beautifully with the rich sauce, making every bite a delight. Ideal for both kids and adults, this dish will quickly become a favorite in your household.
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
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 three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and another with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, followed by the pretzel coating.
- Place the coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
- For the sauce, heat milk and Dijon mustard in a saucepan, adding shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Serve the chicken drizzled with mustard-cheddar sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg