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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

Transform simple ingredients into a delightful Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce that’s quick and family-friendly.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Thighs can be used for extra flavor.
  • 2 cups Coarsely Crushed Pretzels Use gluten-free pretzels if needed.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour A gluten-free blend can be substituted.
  • 2 large Eggs You can use an egg substitute if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh minced garlic for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh finely chopped onions can be used.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
  • 1 cup Dijon Mustard
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use dairy-free cheese for lactose-free version.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond or oat milk makes a non-dairy option.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • medium saucepan
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Setup a breading station with bowls of flour, whisked eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and crushed pretzels.
  4. Dip each chicken breast in the flour, then the egg mixture, and finally press into the crushed pretzels.
  5. Arrange the breaded chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
  6. In a medium saucepan, combine milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce over medium heat.
  7. Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese to the saucepan and stir until melted and smooth.
  8. Serve the crispy Pretzel Chicken drizzled with the warm mustard-cheddar sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after baking to retain juiciness. Adjust mustard levels in the sauce to taste.

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