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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce: A Crunchy Delight

Crispy on the outside and tender within, this Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a must-try dish for weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or chicken thighs for extra juiciness
  • 2 cups Coarsely Crushed Pretzels or crushed cornflakes for gluten-free
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour if necessary
  • 2 large Large Eggs or flax eggs for vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh garlic as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder or fresh onion; note texture changes
  • to taste Salt and Pepper adjust to personal taste preference
For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or pepper jack for a spicy twist
  • 1 cup Milk or non-dairy milk for a lighter option
  • 3 tablespoons Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard for mild flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Saucepan
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Create a simple breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with mustard, and one with crushed pretzels.
  4. Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then press into the crushed pretzels.
  5. Place the breaded chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  6. While the chicken is baking, combine milk and Dijon mustard in a saucepan over medium heat until warm.
  7. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  8. Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and serve drizzled with the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve freshly baked for the best texture; it will stay crispy if enjoyed right out of the oven.

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