Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar-Mustard Sauce
This Pretzel Crusted Chicken offers a satisfying crunch and savory flavor. Paired with a creamy Cheddar-Mustard sauce, it’s a quick and delicious weeknight meal the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pretzels, crushed
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Cheddar-Mustard Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow dish, combine crushed pretzels, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In another shallow dish, place flour. In a third shallow dish, whisk together egg and milk.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, and finally coat thoroughly with the pretzel mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly browned.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the Cheddar-Mustard Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and paprika. Mix well.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the Pretzel Crusted Chicken with the Cheddar-Mustard Sauce.
Notes
Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the pretzel mixture.