Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight
Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight is a delicious and comforting dish that combines crispy pretzel-crusted chicken breasts with a rich, creamy mustard-cheddar sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this meal offers a delightful crunch and a flavorful sauce that will leave everyone impressed. Easy to prepare with common ingredients, it’s a kid-friendly recipe that can be served alongside fresh salads, roasted vegetables, or your favorite dipping sauces.
- 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 the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Create a dredging station with three bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs and Dijon mustard, and the last with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg mixture, then press into the crushed pretzels.
- Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- For the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk and cheddar cheese until melted. Stir in Dijon mustard and season to taste.
- Serve the baked chicken hot with sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 165mg