Description
A delicious twist on classic chicken with a crispy pretzel crust and creamy mustard-cheddar sauce.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Flatten chicken breasts to even thickness.
- Set up three bowls: flour in first, beaten eggs in second, crushed pretzels in third.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with pretzel crumbs.
- Heat olive oil in oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Cook chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- For sauce: Melt butter in saucepan, whisk in mustard and milk.
- Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Serve chicken with warm sauce.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pretzels if needed
- Sauce thickens as it cools
- Chicken stays crispy if served immediately
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking and Stovetop
- Cuisine: American