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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard Cheddar Sauce

Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

Enjoy this crunchy pretzel-crusted chicken paired with a creamy mustard-cheddar sauce. It’s simple, satisfying, and perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Breading
  • 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • Worcestershire sauce optional
  • 1 cup mustard-cheddar sauce prepared

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and one with crushed pretzels.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, then dip into the egg mixture, then coat in the crushed pretzels.
  5. Place breaded chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden and cooked to 165°F (75°C).
  6. While the chicken bakes, heat the milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
  7. Add the shredded cheddar cheese gradually, stirring until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Let chicken rest briefly after baking, then serve with the mustard-cheddar sauce.

Notes

For extra crunch, use pretzel rods and crush them just before breading. If you prefer a milder sauce, reduce the Dijon mustard to taste.