Pretzel Chicken With Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a crispy, golden-baked chicken dish coated in crushed pretzels and served with a creamy, tangy sauce. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasion, it blends crunch, flavor, and comfort in every bite.
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Ingredients
- 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
- 1 cup mustard-cheddar sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
- Set up a breading station: one bowl with flour, one bowl with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and one bowl with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast first in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, letting excess drip off, and finally press into the crushed pretzels for an even crust.
- Place the breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the crust is golden and crisp.
- While the chicken bakes, combine milk and mustard in a small saucepan over medium heat. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until smooth, and season with salt and pepper.
- Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and serve warm with the mustard-cheddar sauce.