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Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar-Mustard Sauce

Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar-Mustard Sauce Delight

This Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Cheddar-Mustard Sauce is a quick, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Tender, boneless, skinless
  • 2 cups Salted Pretzels Can substitute with tortilla chips or panko
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to personal preference
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to personal preference
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten for coating
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Cheddar-Mustard Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Rich base for the sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Flour Can substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy alternatives work as well
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with pepper jack
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Grain Mustard Dijon can be used if preferred
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust or omit based on spice preference
To Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Flat Leaf Parsley Fresh garnish
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Optional, green onions also work

Equipment

  • Meat mallet
  • Food Processor
  • Shallow dishes
  • large skillet
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Butterfly the chicken breasts and pound them to 1/4 inch thickness.
  2. Pulse the salted pretzels into crumbs, then mix in paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Beat the eggs in a shallow dish. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet.
  4. Dip the chicken in the eggs, then coat with pretzel mixture.
  5. Fry the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour to form a roux.
  7. Gradually whisk in milk and add cheese and mustard, stirring until smooth.
  8. Serve the chicken drizzled with cheddar-mustard sauce and garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure oil is hot for frying and chicken is cooked to 165°F internally.

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