Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight
Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight is a crispy, flavor-packed dish that elevates any meal. Tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a crunchy pretzel coating, perfectly complemented by a creamy mustard-cheddar sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve at family dinners, game days, or casual gatherings. With its satisfying texture and rich flavors, it’s bound to become a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 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
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Set up three bowls with flour, beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and crushed pretzels.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg mixture, then press into the crushed pretzels.
- Place coated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- For the sauce, heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat; stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Mix in Dijon mustard and season to taste.
- Serve hot drizzled with the mustard-cheddar sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg