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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight

Crispy Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight

Enjoy the Crispy Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight, a perfect mix of indulgence and ease that transforms weeknight dinners into something special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Use uniform sizes for even cooking.
  • 2 cups Coarsely Crushed Pretzels Use gluten-free options if needed.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Helps the coating stick.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the pretzel crumbs.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Infuses savory depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Complements garlic.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard Adds a tangy kick.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use Gruyère or pepper jack for variation.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Almond milk works for low lactose needs.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Introduces umami flavors.

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • 3 Bowls
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In the first bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper. In the second bowl, whisk eggs and Dijon mustard until frothy. In the third bowl, place crushed pretzels.
  3. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, dip into the egg mixture, and then roll in the pretzel crumbs.
  4. Let the coated chicken rest for about 10 minutes.
  5. Transfer the chicken to the baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Optionally broil for an extra 2 minutes.
  6. In a saucepan, combine cheddar cheese, milk, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and creamy, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then serve hot with the mustard-cheddar sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To maintain crispiness, store leftover chicken and sauce separately. Reheat the chicken in the oven for best results.

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