Crispy Pretzel Chicken
A delightful twist on chicken with a crunchy pretzel crust, perfect for dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups pretzel crumbs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil For baking
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs.
- Place the pretzel crumbs in a third dish.
Coating
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, dip it in the egg, then coat with pretzel crumbs.
Baking
- Arrange the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.
Serving
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Leftover crispy pretzel chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain that crispy texture. For extra crunch, consider adding panko breadcrumbs to the pretzel crumbs.