Crispy Pretzel Chicken baked to perfection and topped with a rich mustard-cheddar sauce for the ultimate savory dinner.

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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 pepper to taste

½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup milk

1 cup mustard-cheddar sauce (recipe below)

1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

3. Set Up Breading Station: In one bowl, place the flour. In another, beat the eggs and mix in Dijon mustard. In a third, add crushed pretzels.

4. Bread Chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the flour, then the egg mixture, then coat with pretzels, pressing gently to adhere.

5. Bake Chicken: Place on prepared sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

6. Prepare Mustard-Cheddar Sauce: In a saucepan, combine milk, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce over medium heat.

7. Add Cheese: Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

8. Serve: Remove baked chicken and drizzle with sauce or serve on the side.

For extra crunch, use coarse salt pretzels. You can also air-fry the chicken at 375°F for 18–20 minutes.

Keywords: pretzel chicken, mustard cheddar sauce, crispy chicken, savory dinner