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Pretzel-Crusted Chicken with Cheddar Mustard Sauce

A fun and tasty dish featuring crunchy pretzel-coated chicken and a creamy cheddar mustard sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 470
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 2 cups pretzel crumbs Make your own by crushing pretzels.
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 pieces egg
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for baking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and egg together. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Dip each chicken breast into the mixture, then coat it in pretzel crumbs.
  4. Place the coated chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
  2. For the sauce, mix the cheddar cheese and remaining mustard in a saucepan over low heat until melted and combined.
Serving
  1. Serve the chicken hot, drizzled with the cheddar mustard sauce and your choice of sides.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain the crunchy texture. Consider adding spices like paprika or garlic powder to the pretzel crumbs for extra flavor.