Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow bowl, mix crushed pretzels with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken breast in beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with pretzel mixture.
- Place coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Top with shredded cheeses.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and cooked through. Broil for 2 minutes for extra crispiness if desired.
Notes
- For an extra flavorful crust, add dried herbs to the pretzel coating.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free (with gluten-free pretzels)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 480 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 125mg