Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
If you’re on the lookout for a dish that combines comfort with a touch of indulgence, Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is the perfect choice. This family-friendly recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, complemented by a creamy and tangy mustard-cheddar sauce that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. Ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this delightful dish is not only quick to prepare but also offers endless variations to suit your tastes. Whether you’re looking to impress or simply enjoy a delicious meal, this recipe is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- 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
- 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, another with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and the last with crushed pretzels.
- Dip each chicken breast into the flour, then the egg mixture, and finally coat thoroughly in crushed pretzels.
- Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 75°C).
- While baking, prepare the mustard-cheddar sauce by heating milk and Dijon mustard in a saucepan before stirring in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Serve hot drizzled with mustard-cheddar sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 120mg