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Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

If you’re craving comfort food with a gourmet twist, this Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is the perfect recipe to try. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a crunchy pretzel crust, baked to golden perfection, and served with a creamy mustard-cheddar sauce that ties everything together. It’s crispy, savory, cheesy, and absolutely unforgettable!

This dish is the definition of crowd-pleasing. Whether you’re cooking a weeknight dinner, hosting friends, or looking for something new to bring to the table, Pretzel Chicken delivers both flavor and presentation. The golden-brown crust and smooth, cheesy sauce look restaurant-worthy, yet the recipe is simple enough for beginner cooks.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Flavorful & Unique – The salty pretzel crust paired with rich mustard-cheddar sauce is comfort food taken up a notch.
  • Kid-Friendly – Crispy chicken with cheesy sauce is always a win with little ones.
  • Easy to Make – No frying needed—just bread, bake, and drizzle with sauce.
  • Versatile – Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a fresh green salad.
  • Meal Prep Friendly – Leftovers reheat beautifully, making it great for lunches the next day.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups coarsely crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven
    Heat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Season the Chicken
    Sprinkle chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Set Up the Breading Station
    • Bowl 1: Flour
    • Bowl 2: Eggs beaten with Dijon mustard
    • Bowl 3: Crushed pretzels
  4. Bread the Chicken
    Dip each chicken breast into flour, then egg mixture, and finally coat with pretzels, pressing gently to help them stick.
  5. Bake
    Place on prepared baking sheet and bake 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Make the Sauce
    In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until warm. Slowly stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Serve
    Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Drizzle with mustard-cheddar sauce and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Serving Suggestions

  • Sides: Mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad.
  • Garnish: Fresh parsley or chives for color and freshness.
  • Drinks: A crisp white wine or iced tea balances the richness.

Recipe Variations

  • Spicy Kick – Add hot sauce or cayenne to the mustard-cheddar sauce.
  • Cheese Swap – Try pepper jack, gouda, or Swiss for a fun twist.
  • Stuffed Chicken – Fill chicken breasts with spinach and feta before breading.
  • Gluten-Free – Use gluten-free pretzels and flour.

Storage & Freezing

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
  • Freezer: Wrap cooled chicken in plastic wrap and foil. Freeze up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven until crispy.

Tips for Success

  • Use high-quality pretzels for the best flavor and crunch.
  • Don’t skip letting the chicken rest—it keeps the juices in.
  • An oven thermometer ensures proper cooking temperature.

Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~450 per serving

Ingredients:

  • 4 chicken breasts, boneless & skinless
  • 2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • Seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper)

For the Sauce:

  • ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt & pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken and set up breading station.
  3. Coat chicken in flour, egg mixture, then pretzels.
  4. Bake 25–30 minutes, until golden and cooked through.
  5. While baking, make the sauce by heating milk, mustard, and Worcestershire; stir in cheese until smooth.
  6. Serve chicken hot, drizzled with sauce.

✨ Crispy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor—this Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is a dish you’ll want to make again and again!