Name: Pretzel Crusted Chicken with Honey Mustard Sauce
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 tbsp full-fat mayonnaise; 3 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp classic yellow mustard; 1 tsp apple cider vinegar; 1/8 tsp onion powder; 1/8 tsp garlic powder; 100g (3.5 oz) pretzels; 2 chicken breasts (250g / 9 oz each); 35g (1/4 cup) plain flour; 2 eggs, beaten; 2 tsp paprika; 3/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp oregano; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; 180ml (3/4 cup) vegetable oil (or as needed); Flaky sea salt, to serve; Finely diced fresh chives, to serve

Description

Enjoy crispy, crunchy, and tender Pretzel Crusted Chicken with a creamy honey mustard sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is the perfect blend of savory and sweet, offering a satisfying meal with minimal prep. Perfect for dinner or lunch wraps!

Ingredients

For the Honey Mustard Sauce:

5 tbsp full-fat mayonnaise

3 tbsp honey

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp classic yellow mustard

1 tsp apple cider vinegar

1/8 tsp onion powder

1/8 tsp garlic powder

For the Chicken:

100g (3.5 oz) pretzels

2 chicken breasts (250g / 9 oz each)

35g (1/4 cup) plain flour

2 eggs, beaten

2 tsp paprika

3/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp oregano

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

180ml (3/4 cup) vegetable oil (or as needed)

Flaky sea salt, to serve

Finely diced fresh chives, to serve

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Instructions

Prepare the Honey Mustard Sauce: In a bowl, mix together mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, apple cider vinegar, onion powder, and garlic powder. Adjust flavors to taste and set aside.
Prepare the Pretzel Crust: Crush the pretzels into coarse crumbs using a food processor or rolling pin. Set aside.
Set Up the Breading Station: Prepare three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with the pretzel crumb mixture (seasoned with paprika, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne).
Prep the Chicken: Slice chicken breasts into cutlets. Dredge each piece in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with the pretzel mixture, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs stick.
Cook the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat (about 180°C/350°F). Fry the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
Serve: Remove from pan and drain on paper towels. Serve with honey mustard sauce on the side and garnish with flaky sea salt and fresh chives.

Notes

Add Spice to the Chicken: Increase cayenne pepper or add red pepper flakes for a spicier version.

Baked Version: Bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Vegetarian Option: Use breaded tofu or veggie patties for a vegetarian version.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Frying (or Baking)
Cuisine: American