Description
Pretzel Chicken with Mustard Cheddar Sauce is a crispy, indulgent dish that combines golden-brown pretzel-coated chicken with a creamy, tangy mustard cheddar sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch paired with rich flavors that will delight your family and friends. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 soft pretzels, crushed into crumbs (about 2 cups)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In one bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. In another bowl, combine crushed pretzels and garlic powder.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with pretzel crumbs.
- Place coated chicken in the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- For the sauce, heat heavy cream and mustard in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until warm, then add grated cheddar cheese and mix until melted.
- Serve the crispy chicken drizzled with mustard cheddar sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, mix spices like paprika or cayenne into the pretzel coating.- Substitute honey mustard for a sweeter kick or mix in chopped jalapeños for extra heat.- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F to maintain crunch.