Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Indulge in the crispy delight of Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce—a crowd-pleasing dish that seamlessly combines tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pretzel crust with a creamy, flavorful sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy recipe is not only delicious but also family-friendly. The crunchy texture and rich flavors will impress both kids and adults alike. Serve it alongside fresh salads or hearty sides for a balanced meal that everyone will love.
- 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
- 1 cup pretzel crumbs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with pretzel crumbs.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into eggs, then coat thoroughly with pretzel crumbs.
- Place breaded chicken on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Meanwhile, make the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, whisk in Dijon mustard and milk until thickened (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar until melted.
- Serve baked chicken topped with mustard-cheddar sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg