Description
Savory Pretzel Chicken Mustard Cheddar is a mouthwatering dish that features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, smothered in a rich and tangy mustard-cheddar sauce. Perfect for family dinners, casual gatherings, or game day, this recipe delivers bold flavors that will impress your guests. With easy preparation steps and the option to make it ahead of time, you can enjoy this delightful meal any day of the week. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete dining experience that satisfies both cravings and appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, another with whisked eggs and Dijon mustard, and the last with crushed pretzels.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat with crushed pretzels.
- Place breaded chicken on the baking tray and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 74°C or 165°F).
- For the sauce, heat half the milk in a saucepan and stir in half the cheddar until melted. Mix in mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and remaining milk until smooth.
- Serve hot over chicken with extra sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (200g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg