Description
Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that combines a crunchy pretzel coating with a rich, creamy sauce. Each bite is packed with flavor, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Enjoy this delightful meal alongside your favorite sides for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pretzel crumbs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg wash.
- Coat thoroughly with pretzel crumbs and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- For the sauce, combine heavy cream and mustard in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until smooth, then add cheddar and garlic powder until melted.
- Serve chicken drizzled with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg