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Pretzel Crusted Chicken

Crispy Pretzel Crusted Chicken That'll Wow Your Family

Enjoy the satisfying crunch of Pretzel Crusted Chicken topped with a creamy, tangy sauce that's perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups Salted pretzels Ground into crumbs
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste
  • 2 large Eggs
For Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil Canola or peanut oil recommended
For the Cheese Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Can use gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Milk Almond milk as a non-dairy substitute
  • 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese Or pepper jack for a spicy kick
  • 1 tablespoon Whole grain mustard Dijon can be used
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Optional for heat
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Flat Leaf parsley Chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red onion Thinly sliced, optional

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet
  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Butterfly the chicken breasts and pound them to an even thickness of about ¼ inch.
  2. Grind the salted pretzels into fine crumbs in a food processor and mix in paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Beat the eggs with a splash of water to create an egg wash.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Dredge the chicken pieces in egg wash and then in the pretzel mixture before frying until golden brown.
  6. Melt butter in a saucepan, whisk in flour, and gradually pour in milk, cooking until thickened.
  7. Stir in cheddar cheese, mustard, cayenne pepper, and season to taste; stir until smooth.
  8. Serve chicken drizzled with cheese sauce and garnish with parsley and optional red onion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in an air fryer for best results.

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