Description

Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, topped with a creamy, tangy mustard-cheddar sauce. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for family dinners and gatherings, offering a unique twist that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their weeknight meals or special occasions.

Ingredients

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3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
2 cups pretzel crumbs (crushed pretzels)
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts.
In one bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. In another bowl, combine pretzel crumbs with garlic powder and paprika.
Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with pretzel crumbs.
Place the coated chicken on a greased baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
While the chicken bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth, then whisk in milk.
Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese while stirring until melted. Mix in mustard, salt, and pepper to taste.
Serve the crispy chicken drizzled with warm mustard-cheddar sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce (about 200g)
Calories: 410
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 90mg