Pretzel Crusted Chicken: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
A delicious take on a classic dish, this Pretzel Crusted Chicken offers a satisfying crunch and juicy flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Set up a breading station: one plate for flour, one bowl for the beaten egg, and one plate for crushed pretzels mixed with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat with the pretzel mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked.
Notes
- For an extra crunch, consider using beer-flavored pretzels.
- Make sure to check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it reaches 165°F (75°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Pretzel Crusted Chicken, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipe