Description
Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a delightful combination of crunchy pretzel coating and creamy mustard-cheddar sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and Dijon mustard. In another bowl, mix the crushed pretzels and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat with the pretzel-cheddar mixture.
- Place the coated chicken on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- In a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese with 1/4 cup of Dijon mustard over low heat until melted and smooth.
Notes
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free pretzels.
- For vegan, use plant-based chicken and cheese alternatives.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Pretzel Chicken, Mustard-Cheddar Sauce, Chicken Recipe, Gluten-Free Chicken