Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Indulge in the deliciousness of Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce, an amazing ultimate recipe that’s sure to become a family favorite. This dish features succulent chicken breasts coated in a crispy pretzel crust, paired with a creamy mustard-cheddar sauce that elevates every bite. Whether it’s for a cozy family dinner or a lively game night, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress both kids and adults alike. With its unique blend of textures and flavors, it’s comfort food at its finest!
- 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 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: one bowl with flour, another with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and a third with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then press into the crushed pretzels to ensure even coverage.
- Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- For the sauce, heat milk and Dijon mustard in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in shredded cheddar until melted and smooth.
- Serve chicken drizzled or alongside the mustard-cheddar sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 150mg