Pretzel Chicken: Juicy Homemade Delight Everyone Will Love
Enjoy the unique twist on a classic dish with this Pretzel Chicken recipe, offering a delectable combination of flavors and textures that everyone in the family will love.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for the pretzel mixture combined with seasonings and Parmesan.
- Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with the pretzel mixture.
- Place the coated chicken on the baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk for a few hours before breading.
- Serve with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as honey mustard or ranch dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Pretzel Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Homemade Chicken, Family Dinner