Dinner

Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Recipe

ByElla Hart December 6, 2025December 6, 2025

Introduction

This Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight is a simple yet flavorful meal perfect for any weeknight dinner. Crispy pretzel-crusted chicken breasts paired with a creamy, tangy mustard-cheddar sauce create a delicious combination that’s sure to impress.

A white plate holds a round, golden-brown crispy fried dish that has been cut open to show the inside. The outer layer is crunchy and textured with small pieces making it look rough and crispy. Under that is a smooth, melted light yellow cheese layer that stretches slightly as the dish is pulled apart. The cheese sits over a soft inner layer that looks creamy and white. Creamy yellow sauce surrounds the base of the dish, pooling on the white marbled surface beneath the plate. A woman's hand is just touching the edge of the plate, ready to pick up the food. The light is soft and natural, showing the textures well. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

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
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup milk
1 cup mustard-cheddar sauce

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Step 2: Prepare three shallow bowls: one with the flour, one with the beaten eggs mixed with 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and one with the coarsely crushed pretzels.
Step 3: Coat each chicken breast first in the flour, then dip it into the egg and mustard mixture, and finally press it firmly into the crushed pretzels to cover completely.
Step 4: Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden and crispy.
Step 5: While the chicken is baking, prepare the mustard-cheddar sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk and stir in ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Step 6: Add 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until the sauce is well combined and warmed through.
Step 7: Serve the hot pretzel chicken breasts drizzled with the mustard-cheddar sauce, and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, try adding smoked paprika or cayenne pepper to the pretzel coating mix.
If you prefer a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half or cream for milk in the mustard-cheddar sauce.
Use gluten-free pretzels and flour to make this recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.

Storage

Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave, and warm the sauce separately for best results. This dish does not freeze well due to the pretzel crust.