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Delicious Pretzel Crusted Chicken – Ready in Just 40 Minutes!

Pretzel Crusted Chicken
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This crispy, cheesy, crave-worthy dish is the ultimate game day dinner idea—and an instant favorite for easy weeknight indulgence!

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs chicken tenders or cutlets
  • 1 ½ cups crushed pretzels (fine crumb texture)
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 3 tbsp oil (for pan-frying)
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¾ cup sharp cheddar, shredded
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp whole grain mustard

Instructions

  1. Prep the Breading Station: Mix crushed pretzels, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt & pepper in one bowl. In another, beat eggs.
  2. Coat & Crisp the Chicken: Dip chicken into eggs, then into the pretzel mixture, pressing to adhere. Fry in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Make the Sauce Base: In a saucepan, melt butter and whisk in flour to make a roux. Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
  4. Add Cheese & Mustard: Stir in cheddar, Dijon, and whole grain mustard until smooth and melty. Season to taste.
  5. Plate & Pour: Arrange crispy chicken on plates and smother with warm mustard-cheddar sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Use fresh pretzels for best texture.
  • Adjust mustard to taste.
  • Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.

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