Description
| Crispy pretzel-crusted chicken topped with a creamy, tangy mustard-cheddar sauce. Comfort food with a gourmet twist, perfect for family dinners or entertaining. |
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Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 cups crushed pretzels
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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Salt & pepper
For the Sauce:
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp flour
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1 cup milk
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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2 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1 tbsp whole-grain mustard
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Pinch of cayenne (optional)
Optional Garnish & Sides:
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Fresh parsley, lemon wedges, mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or salad
Instructions
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Pound chicken to ½-inch thickness, season with spices.
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Dredge in flour → egg wash → pretzel crumbs.
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Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes (or pan-fry 4–5 min/side).
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For sauce: make roux with butter + flour, whisk in milk, melt cheese, stir in mustards.
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Serve chicken topped with sauce, garnish, and sides.
Notes
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Bake on a wire rack for extra crispiness.
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Use gluten-free pretzels for a GF version.
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Thin sauce with milk if too thick; add more cheese if too tangy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked or Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg