Description

This Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce recipe delivers a crunchy pretzel coating and a creamy tangy sauce that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Two chicken breasts are coated in flour, egg and crushed pretzels, then baked until golden. The sauce combines butter, mustard, grape juice and sharp cheddar for a rich flavor. Serve with vegetables or roasted potatoes for a complete family meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Scale

2 chicken breasts
1 cup crushed pretzels
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup mustard
1/4 cup grape juice
1 tablespoon butter
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge each breast in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with crushed pretzels.
Place coated chicken on the sheet and bake 25‑30 minutes until golden and cooked through.
In a saucepan melt butter, stir in mustard and grape juice, then add cheddar cheese until smooth.
Serve chicken topped with the mustard‑cheddar sauce.

Notes

For extra crispness
place a wire rack on the baking sheet. The sauce can be made ahead and reheated gently over low heat.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Family Dinners
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 servings
Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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