Description

Crispy Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar Mustard Sauce is the ultimate weeknight meal that delights the senses. This dish combines tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, paired with a creamy cheddar mustard sauce that elevates every bite. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this easy-to-make recipe brings together simple ingredients to create a satisfying and flavorful experience. Whether served on a bed of mashed potatoes or as a delightful sandwich, this dish promises to impress both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups crushed pretzels
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Olive oil or melted butter
Salt & pepper to taste
1/2 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 tablespoon yellow mustard
Fresh parsley, chopped
Extra crushed pretzels for texture

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness and season with salt and pepper.
Set up three dredging bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and one with crushed pretzels combined with garlic powder and smoked paprika.
Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in the egg mixture, then coat with crushed pretzels.
Arrange coated chicken on a lined baking sheet, brush lightly with olive oil or melted butter, and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour, then add milk gradually until thickened. Stir in mustards and cheddar cheese until melted.
Serve hot topped generously with cheddar mustard sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (158g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 165mg