Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce 

Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce blends the satisfying crunch of a pretzel crust with tender, juicy chicken and a rich, flavorful mustard-cheddar sauce. This dish stands out with its unique texture and bold taste, perfect for turning a regular weeknight dinner into something memorable. Despite its gourmet appeal, it's surprisingly approachable—ideal for cooks of all levels looking to delight family or impress guests with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
– ½ cup milk
– Mustard–Cheddar Sauce Ingredients:
– ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
– ½ cup milk
– 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
– 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
– Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400 °F (200 °C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
   
   

2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
   
   

3. Set up a breading station:
   
   

   • Bowl 1: flour
     
     

   • Bowl 2: eggs mixed with Dijon mustard
     
     

   • Bowl 3: crushed pretzels
     
     

4. Coat each chicken breast: dredge in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into pretzel crumbs.
   
   

5. Arrange coated chicken on the baking sheet. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165 °F (75 °C) and crust is golden brown.
   
   

6. Meanwhile, in a saucepan over medium heat, combine ½ cup milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until warm. Add ½ cup cheddar cheese gradually, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from heat.
   
   

7. Let chicken rest for a few minutes after baking. Serve drizzled with the mustard-cheddar sauce.
   
   

Nutrients

– Serving Size: 4
– Calories (per serving): 450 kcal
– Fat: 20 g
– Protein: 40 g