Pretzel Crusted Chicken
Take your weeknight dinner to the next level with this irresistible Pretzel Crusted Chicken recipe, a delightful twist on classic breaded chicken! Featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy, golden crust of crushed salted pretzels, this dish delivers the perfect balance of savory crunch and juicy flavor. Seasoned with garlic powder and paprika for a subtle kick, each bite is packed with bold taste and texture. The recipe combines quick stovetop searing with a short bake in the oven, ensuring perfectly cooked chicken with minimal effort in just 40 minutes. Serve this crowd-pleaser alongside your favorite dipping sauces or side dishes for a meal that’s sure to impress. Ideal for family dinners or casual entertaining, this easy pretzel chicken is a must-try for fans of creative comfort food!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 3 cups Salted pretzels
- 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Step 2
Place the pretzels in a food processor and pulse until they form coarse crumbs. Alternatively, you can place them in a zip-top bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
Step 3
Set up three shallow bowls for the breading process: One with the flour mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Another with the eggs beaten together with the milk. And the third with the crushed pretzels.
Step 4
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and, if they are thick, pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
Step 5
Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, ensuring it is fully coated, then shake off any excess flour.
Step 6
Dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated and allowing any excess egg to drip off.
Step 7
Finally, press the chicken into the crushed pretzels, making sure to coat both sides well.
Step 8
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. You may need to work in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Step 9
Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 10
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Pair it with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1401.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3631.4 |
| Total Fat 103.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 33.6g | |
| Cholesterol 946.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8596.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 397.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.2g | |
| Protein 264.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 95.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 330.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 25.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 940.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories