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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe

  • Total Time: 31 minute

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups pretzels, crushed
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– ½ cup Dijon mustard
– ¼ cup heavy cream
– 2 tablespoons honey
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Creating this amazing Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. In a bowl, crush the pretzels until they resemble coarse crumbs.
3. In another bowl, mix the flour with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. In a third bowl, whisk the eggs until well beaten.
5. Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, coating it thoroughly.
6. Next, dip the coated chicken into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
7. Finally, coat the chicken in the crushed pretzels, pressing gently to ensure they stick well.
8. Arrange the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
10. While the chicken is baking, prepare the mustard-cheddar sauce. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine Dijon mustard, heavy cream, honey, and shredded cheddar. Stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy.
11. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
12. Drizzle the mustard-cheddar sauce over the chicken before serving, or serve it on the side for dipping.

These steps will guide you in creating an unforgettable meal that blends flavors and textures beautifully.

  • Author: abd.bendahi@gmail.com
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 475 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 40g