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Irresistible Crispy Pretzel Chicken Recipe with Easy Mustard-Cheddar Sauce

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Crunchy, salty pretzels meet juicy chicken in this irresistible crispy pretzel chicken recipe, topped with a creamy mustard-cheddar sauce that’s honestly the stuff dreams are made of.

Ingredients

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  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups pretzels, crushed into fine crumbs
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness of about ¾ inch.
  2. Add pretzels to a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, place them in a resealable bag and crush with a rolling pin.
  3. In three shallow bowls, place flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and pretzel crumbs in the third.
  4. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, dip into the beaten eggs, and coat with pretzel crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add enough oil to cover the bottom. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels.
  6. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually add milk, whisking constantly until smooth. Stir in Dijon mustard and grated cheddar cheese, cooking until melted and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Plate the crispy pretzel chicken and drizzle generously with the mustard-cheddar sauce. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

[‘Crush pretzels finely to ensure they adhere well to the chicken.’, ‘Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking.’, ‘Monitor oil temperature to avoid burning the coating.’, ‘Whisk constantly while making the sauce to prevent lumps.’]

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Keywords: crispy chicken, pretzel chicken, mustard cheddar sauce, comfort food, family-friendly recipe

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