Description

Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight is a crispy, flavorful baked chicken dish featuring a crunchy pretzel crust and a rich, tangy mustard-cheddar sauce. This recipe combines the salty crunch of crushed pretzels with a creamy cheese-mustard sauce that perfectly complements the tender chicken breasts, making it an impressive yet easy dinner option.

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
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat and Season: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to infuse flavor.
Prepare Coating Bowls: Arrange three shallow bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and the third with coarsely crushed pretzels for the crust.
Coat the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour, ensuring a light coating, then dip it into the egg and mustard mixture, and finally press it firmly into the crushed pretzels to create a crunchy exterior.
Bake the Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment or a lightly greased tray. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is fully cooked and the crust is golden brown.
Make the Sauce: While the chicken bakes, heat the milk over medium heat in a saucepan. Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
Season the Sauce: Add Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to the melted cheese mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce is creamy and well combined.
Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and serve hot with the mustard-cheddar sauce generously drizzled over the top for a delightful pairing.

Notes

For best results, use fresh chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking.
Coarsely crushed pretzels provide the perfect crunchy texture; avoid crushing them too finely.
Make the sauce fresh and warm to keep its creamy consistency when serving.
This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.
Leftover chicken can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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

Keywords: Pretzel Chicken, Mustard Cheddar Sauce, Baked Chicken, Crispy Chicken Recipe, Dinner Recipe