Description
Indulge in the delightful Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight, a dish that perfectly marries the crunch of a pretzel crust with a creamy, tangy cheese sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for family dinners, gatherings, or any occasion where you want to impress with a unique flavor profile. The succulent chicken breasts coated in crushed pretzels create an irresistible texture, while the rich mustard-cheddar sauce adds a cheesy zing. Whether served alongside fresh salads or roasted vegetables, this dish will be a hit at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 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: one with flour, another with beaten eggs and Dijon mustard, and the last with crushed pretzels.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg mixture, and press into the pretzels until fully coated.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- For the sauce, warm milk in a saucepan over medium heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Add Dijon mustard and season to taste.
- Serve hot with sauce drizzled over chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 155mg