Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Recipe
Savory Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Delight is a crispy, flavorful baked chicken dish featuring chicken breasts coated in a crunchy pretzel crust and served with a tangy, creamy mustard-cheddar sauce. This comforting meal balances a savory crunchy exterior with a smooth, cheesy sauce infused with Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce, perfect for a hearty dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 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
For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder for flavor.
- Prepare Dredging Stations: Set up three separate bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with Dijon mustard, and one with the coarsely crushed pretzels for coating.
- Coat Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast first in flour to help the egg mixture stick, then dip into the egg and mustard mixture, and finally press firmly into the crushed pretzels to create a crunchy crust.
- Bake Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden and crispy.
- Prepare Sauce: While the chicken bakes, heat milk in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until warm. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
- Add Flavor to Sauce: Stir in Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to the cheese mixture. Continue stirring until the sauce is fully combined and creamy.
- Serve: Serve the baked pretzel-crusted chicken hot, drizzled generously with the mustard-cheddar sauce for a delicious and hearty meal.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken for the last 2 minutes of baking but watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts that are similar in size for even cooking.
- Crushing pretzels coarsely provides the best texture and crunch for the coating.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a light salad to balance the richness.
- The mustard-cheddar sauce can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving.
Keywords: Pretzel Chicken, Mustard Cheddar Sauce, Baked Chicken, Crunchy Chicken Recipe, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food
