Pretzel and Mustard Baked Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Pretzel and Mustard Baked Chicken recipe—a perfect fusion of tangy, savory, and crunchy delights. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a luscious blend of Dijon and honey mustard, seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, then blanketed in crispy salted pretzel crumbs for an irresistible texture. This dish is baked to golden perfection, making it a healthier alternative to fried chicken while still delivering a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s ideal for time-crunched evenings yet impressive enough for entertaining guests. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal that’s as delicious as it is visually appealing. With its unique combination of ingredients and bold flavors, this recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 cups Salted pretzels
- 0.25 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Honey mustard
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 optional Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil spray.
Place the pretzels in a food processor and pulse until they form a fine crumb. Alternatively, place them in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin. Pour the pretzel crumbs into a shallow dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey mustard, mayonnaise, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper until smooth to create the mustard coating.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then brush each piece thoroughly with the mustard coating, ensuring an even layer on all sides.
Press each mustard-coated chicken breast into the pretzel crumbs, gently pressing down so the crumbs adhere to the surface. Make sure the chicken is evenly coated.
Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece for even cooking.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken with olive oil (optional) to enhance crispiness.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with a side salad, roasted vegetables, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.4 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 602 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 6702 mg | 291% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.2 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 234.6 g | 469% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 179 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 492 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
