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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

Crispy Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight

This Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a delicious comfort food that's easy to make and gluten-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs for added juiciness.
  • 2 cups Coarsely Crushed Pretzels Use gluten-free pretzels for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Consider using whole wheat flour for a healthier alternative.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitution recommended.
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh minced onion can be used as an alternative.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Gruyère or pepper jack can be used for variation.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond milk or half-and-half can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Essential for umami flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Bowls for Coating
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare your coating station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with crushed pretzels mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip it in the egg mixture, then coat it with the pretzel mixture, pressing firmly.
  4. Let the coated chicken rest on a plate for 10 minutes to help the coating adhere.
  5. Place chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes until cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
  6. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cheddar cheese, milk, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper, stirring until melted and smooth.
  7. Remove chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.
  8. Slice the chicken and drizzle the mustard-cheddar sauce over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 480mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Maximize crunch by pressing pretzels onto chicken firmly. If sauce thickens, whisk in warm milk as needed. Broil for extra crispiness, and store leftovers separately for up to 3 days.

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