Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
If you’re searching for a dish that combines comfort and elegance, look no further than Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce. This delightful recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, perfectly complemented by a creamy mustard-cheddar sauce. The rich flavors and textures come together to create a meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is simple to prepare yet delivers on taste. With its kid-friendly appeal, even the pickiest eaters will be asking for seconds. Get ready to bring warmth and excitement to your dinner table!
- 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 a breading station with one bowl of flour, one bowl of beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and another bowl of crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip it in the egg mixture, then cover it in crushed pretzels.
- Place the 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 or 75°C).
- For the sauce, heat milk and Dijon mustard in a saucepan over medium heat. Gradually stir in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth; season as desired.
- Serve hot with the sauce drizzled over the chicken or on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (175g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg