Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce, a dish that marries crispy pretzel-coated chicken with a creamy, tangy mustard-cheddar sauce. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or quick weeknight meals, this recipe stands out with its satisfying crunch and rich flavor. The fun textures make it a hit with both kids and adults, while its versatility allows you to serve it as a main course or as part of salads and sandwiches. With straightforward steps, this beginner-friendly recipe is easy to whip up any day of the week!
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken 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 a third for crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast first in flour, then dip in egg mixture, followed by pressing into crushed pretzels.
- Place breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- For the sauce: Heat milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan; stir in cheddar until melted and smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg