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Pretzel Chicken: Juicy Oven-Baked Delight for Home Chefs

Pretzel Chicken

A delicious twist on a classic chicken dish, this Pretzel Chicken recipe is both flavorful and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken breasts
  • 2 cups pretzel crumbs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Soak the chicken breasts in the buttermilk mixture for at least 30 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, place the pretzel crumbs.
  5. Coat each chicken breast in the pretzel crumbs.
  6. Place the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet.
  7. Drizzle melted butter over the chicken.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  9. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or rosemary to the buttermilk mixture.
  • Feel free to substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.

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Keywords: Pretzel Chicken