Description
Savor the crunch and richness of Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight. This dish features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a crispy pretzel crust, perfectly complemented by a creamy mustard-cheddar sauce. Ideal for family dinners, casual gatherings, or meal prep, its delightful flavors and textures are sure to impress. The recipe is simple enough to whip up on busy weeknights while being versatile enough for various sides. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes or a fresh salad for a well-rounded meal that everyone will love.
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 the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and one with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg mixture, and press into the pretzels for even coverage.
- Place the coated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, warm milk and stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Add Dijon mustard and season to taste.
- Serve hot with the mustard-cheddar sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 145mg