Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
Enjoy a crispy, savory Pretzel Chicken with a creamy mustard-cheddar sauce. This irresistible combination of crunchy pretzel coating and tangy sauce makes for a perfect family-friendly dinner. Try it today!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-fried, Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups pretzel crumbs (crushed pretzels)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Coat the Chicken:
- Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls. In one bowl, place the flour. In the second, whisk the eggs. In the third, add the crushed pretzel crumbs.
- Dip each chicken breast first into the flour, then into the eggs, and finally coat with the pretzel crumbs. Press the crumbs firmly onto the chicken to ensure an even coating.
- Fry the Chicken:
- Heat a large skillet with a bit of oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake the Chicken:
- Transfer the chicken to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Make the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Drizzle the mustard-cheddar sauce over the crispy pretzel chicken breasts and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use gluten-free pretzels to make this recipe gluten-free.
- For a spicier sauce, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some hot sauce to the mustard-cheddar sauce.
- If you don’t have a skillet, you can bake the chicken directly in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for a fully baked version.
