Crispy Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Bliss

A delightful Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar sauce making for an impressive yet easy dinner meal.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Thighs can be used for juiciness.
2 cups Coarsely Crushed Pretzels Gluten-free pretzels can be used.
1 cup All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can be used.
2 large Large Eggs Flaxseed meal can be used as a substitute.
2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard works in a pinch.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used.
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions may substitute but can introduce moisture.
to taste Salt and Pepper Adjust to fit your taste preferences.

For the Sauce

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Pepper jack can be used for spice.
1 cup Milk Non-dairy milk can be used.
2 tablespoons Mustard-Cheddar Sauce A unique combination to elevate flavors.

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Parchment paper
Saucepan
Shallow Bowls

Method

Step-By-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Season chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Set up three shallow bowls with flour, beaten eggs with dijon mustard, and crushed pretzels.
Coat the chicken in flour, dip in egg mixture, then roll in crushed pretzels.
Bake chicken on the prepared baking sheet for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
Once warm, stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth, adjusting seasoning as needed.
Let chicken rest for a few minutes before serving, drizzling with mustard-cheddar sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

To enhance juiciness, let chicken rest post-baking and store leftovers in an airtight container to retain moisture.

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