Crunchy Pretzel Crusted Chicken
This baked chicken uses crushed pretzels for the perfect salty crunch without any deep frying.
recipesbynani.comThis pretzel crusted chicken is a household favorite because it gives you that satisfying crunch we all love in fried food, but it is baked in the oven instead. It is a simple way to make a weeknight dinner feel special, and the kids will absolutely love the salty pretzel coating.
My top tip is to make sure your pretzels are crushed into small, uniform crumbs but not a fine powder. This ensures you get those nice little crunchy bits in every bite. If the pieces are too big, they might fall off the chicken during the baking process.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups mini pretzels
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup melted butter
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place the pretzels in a large plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin until they are coarse crumbs.
- 3
Set up three shallow bowls. Put the flour in the first, beat the eggs with the garlic powder and pepper in the second, and pour the crushed pretzels into the third.
- 4
Pat the chicken dry and cut into strips or leave as whole breasts depending on your preference.
- 5
Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally press firmly into the crushed pretzels to coat all sides.
- 6
Place the chicken on your prepared baking sheet and drizzle the melted butter over the top of each piece.
- 7
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the pretzel coating is golden brown.
💡 Tips
Serve this chicken with a side of honey mustard for dipping. Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, and reheat it in the oven to bring back the crisp texture.
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