Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a deliciously crispy dish that combines tender chicken breasts coated in crunchy pretzels and served with a rich, creamy mustard-cheddar sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a delightful balance of flavors that both kids and adults will love. Pair it with your favorite sides, like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes, for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- 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 the 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 in the egg mixture, then coat with pretzels.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- For the sauce, combine milk and Dijon in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in cheese until melted and smooth.
- Allow chicken to rest briefly before serving topped with warm sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg