Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Recipe
Crispy and flavorful Pretzel Chicken coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, baked to golden perfection and served with a creamy, tangy mustard-cheddar sauce. This easy-to-make dish combines the savory taste of seasoned chicken breasts with a delightful cheese-mustard sauce, perfect for a comforting family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup mustard-cheddar sauce (prepared as below)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to infuse flavor into the meat.
- Set Up Breading Station: Arrange three separate bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and one with coarsely crushed pretzels for coating.
- Bread Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, making sure it is fully coated. Next, dip it into the egg and mustard mixture, letting excess drip off. Finally, coat the chicken thoroughly with the crushed pretzels, pressing gently to ensure the pretzels adhere well.
- Bake Chicken: Place the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Bake until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the crust is crisp and golden brown.
- Prepare Mustard-Cheddar Sauce: While the chicken cooks, heat milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the mixture is warm and combined.
- Add Cheese: Gradually stir in shredded cheddar cheese, continuing to stir until melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
- Serve: Remove the cooked chicken from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes. Serve warm, drizzled or accompanied by the creamy mustard-cheddar sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are of even thickness for uniform cooking; you can pound them if needed.
- Use coarse pretzels for better texture in the crust; finely ground pretzels may result in a less crunchy coating.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking or drying out the chicken.
- The mustard-cheddar sauce can be adjusted in thickness by adding more milk if too thick or cooking longer to thicken.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
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