Description
Experience the irresistible combination of crispy pretzel coating and tender chicken in this Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar-Mustard Sauce. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a creamy, tangy sauce that elevates this dish to a new level of deliciousness. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup pretzel crumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Lightly coat each breast in flour, dip into beaten eggs, and roll in pretzel crumbs until fully covered.
- Place coated chicken on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Drizzle the cheddar-mustard sauce over baked chicken and serve immediately with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 834mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 166mg