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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

Crispy Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Bliss

This Crispy Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a delightful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Ensure they're of equal thickness.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Beat well with Dijon mustard.
  • 2 cups Coarsely Crushed Pretzels Gluten-free pretzels can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can enhance flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Dijon Mustard
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Non-dairy cheese can be used.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond or plant-based milk can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Essential for flavor.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Shallow Bowls
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic, and onion powder.
  3. Set up a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs with mustard in another, and crushed pretzels in a third.
  4. Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg mixture, and then press into crushed pretzels.
  5. Place the breaded chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown.
  6. In a saucepan, combine milk, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce over medium heat. Stir and add cheddar until melted.
  7. Allow the chicken to rest, then serve with mustard-cheddar sauce drizzled over or on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For extra crunch, consider double-dipping the chicken during the breading process.

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