Description
Crispy pretzel-coated chicken served with a savory mustard cheddar sauce, creating a delightful culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip into beaten eggs, and roll in crushed pretzels.
- Heat oil in a skillet and sear the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes.
- Combine heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and cheddar in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
- Serve the chicken drizzled with the creamy sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Serve with garlic mashed potatoes or coleslaw for a complete meal. Can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: chicken, pretzel-crusted, creamy mustard sauce, comfort food, easy dinner