Crispy Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar Mustard Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Crispy Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar Mustard Sauce. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, perfectly complemented by a creamy, tangy cheddar mustard sauce. With minimal prep time and a quick cooking process, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or any family gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs and Dijon mustard, and one with crushed pretzels mixed with garlic powder and smoked paprika.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the pretzel mixture.
- Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- For added crispiness, briefly pan-fry in a skillet if desired.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, gradually add milk, then stir in mustards and cheddar until melted. Season to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 170mg