Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar (Print-Friendly Version)
Crispy pretzel-crusted chicken paired with creamy mustard-cheddar sauce - a quick, delicious weeknight dinner with gourmet flavor.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Chicken Coating
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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½ cup milk
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
# How to Make It:
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Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
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Place flour in one bowl. In a second bowl, beat eggs with Dijon mustard. Add crushed pretzels to a third bowl.
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Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in egg mixture allowing excess to drip off. Finally, coat with crushed pretzels, pressing gently to adhere.
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Place coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 75°C and crust is golden brown.
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While chicken bakes, combine milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until heated through.
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Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
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Remove fully cooked chicken from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving with the mustard-cheddar sauce.
# Tips and Suggestions:
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The pretzel coating creates a deliciously crunchy exterior while keeping the chicken juicy inside.