Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Recipe
Enjoy a delicious twist on classic chicken with this recipe for Pretzel Chicken served with a flavorful Mustard-Cheddar Sauce. The crispy pretzel coating adds a delightful crunch to tender chicken breasts, while the creamy cheddar and mustard sauce elevates the dish to gourmet status.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 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
For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup mustard-cheddar sauce (recipe below)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Set Up Breading Station:
- In one bowl, place the flour.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and mix in the Dijon mustard.
- In a third bowl, add the crushed pretzels.
- Bread Chicken:
- Dip each chicken breast into the flour, covering it completely.
- Next, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
- Finally, coat the chicken in the crushed pretzels, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the crust is golden brown.
- Prepare Mustard-Cheddar Sauce: While the chicken is baking, in a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until heated through.
- Add Cheese: Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese and continue stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- Serve: Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: Approximately 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Pretzel Chicken, Mustard-Cheddar Sauce, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food
