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Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar-Mustard Sauce

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Discover the ultimate family-friendly dish, Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar-Mustard Sauce, ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Juicy bites
  • 2 cups Salted Pretzels Can substitute with panko or tortilla chips
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust to spice preference
  • to taste Salt Essential for flavoring
  • to taste Pepper Essential for flavoring
  • 2 large Eggs Can use a vegan alternative
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Cheddar-Mustard Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can replace with olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 cup Milk Any dairy alternative is fine
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Feel free to swap for other cheeses
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Grain Mustard Dijon can be an alternative
  • ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for heat
  • to taste Salt Adjust seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Adjust seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Flat Leaf Parsley Fresh garnish
  • to taste Red Onion Optional, for flavor contrast

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Food Processor
  • meat mallet
  • medium saucepan
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Butterfly and flatten the chicken breasts to about ½ inch thick. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Crush the salted pretzels in a food processor until fine, then mix in paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Set up a breading station with beaten eggs and the pretzel mixture. Dredge the chicken first in egg, then coat in pretzel mixture.
  4. Heat ½ inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour. Gradually add milk and whisk until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in cheese and mustard until melted. Adjust seasoning with cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  7. Plate the chicken, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with parsley and onion slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, follow the expert tips regarding cooking temperatures and dredging techniques.

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