Description
Pretzel Chicken with Mustard is a mouthwatering dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a crunchy pretzel coating, all complemented by a tangy mustard sauce. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this recipe delivers an unforgettable flavor experience. With its delightful texture and aromatic scent, it’s sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 soft pretzels (about 6 oz)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard (or your favorite mustard)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure crispiness.
- In a food processor, blend soft pretzels into coarse crumbs and combine with panko breadcrumbs in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper. Dip each chicken breast in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the pretzel crumb blend. Press gently for adherence.
- Place coated chicken on the baking sheet and lightly spray with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should reach 165°F).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg