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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 delightful dish that's easy to prepare and great for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups Crushed pretzels Use gluten-free for gluten-free option
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 tablespoons Milk Dairy alternatives can work
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil
For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Flour For sauce
  • 1 cup Milk For sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Freshly grated preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Substitute with whole grain for milder flavor

Equipment

  • Meat Mallet
  • Large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Shallow dishes

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Pound chicken breasts to ½ inch thickness and season with salt and pepper. Rest for 15 minutes.
  2. Setup Assembly Line: Arrange flour, beaten eggs with milk, and crushed pretzels in shallow dishes.
  3. Coat Chicken: Dip chicken in flour, then egg mixture, and finally coat with crushed pretzels.
  4. Fry Chicken: Heat oil over medium-high, fry chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake chicken for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Make Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, gradually add milk, then stir in cheese and mustard until smooth.
  7. Serve: Drizzle chicken with sauce and enjoy alongside your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Pat chicken dry before coating for a crispier texture. Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor.

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