Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our delectable Pretzel-Coated Chicken Nuggets, a harmonious blend of crispy pretzel crust and succulent chicken. These golden-brown nuggets are a symphony of flavors, offering a satisfying crunch with every bite. Dip them in our trio of tantalizing sauces – tangy honey mustard, creamy ranch, or spicy buffalo – for an explosion of taste. This recipe is a cinch to follow, requiring only a few simple steps.
Begin by preparing the chicken nuggets, coating them in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture infused with pretzel crumbs. Then, let them take a quick dip in a buttermilk bath before sending them on a crispy adventure in the fryer. Once they emerge, golden and alluring, it's time for the pretzel coating. Combine crushed pretzels, melted butter, and seasonings to create a crunchy, savory crust that will leave you craving more.
But that's not all! This recipe also includes instructions for three delectable sauces that will elevate your nuggets to new heights. The honey mustard sauce offers a sweet and tangy balance, while the creamy ranch sauce provides a cooling respite from the chicken's heat. And for those who crave a fiery kick, the buffalo sauce delivers a spicy punch that will leave your taste buds dancing.
So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on a culinary adventure with our Pretzel-Coated Chicken Nuggets. With their crispy pretzel crust, tender chicken interior, and trio of tempting sauces, these nuggets are sure to become a family favorite.
PRETZEL-COATED CHICKEN NUGGETS
Chicken nuggets with a crushed pretzel crust have a guaranteed wow factor. Have them as a quick weeknight supper or serve 'em as a party app. -Carrie Farias, Oak Ridge, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings (1/2 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. In a shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Place pretzels and flour in separate shallow bowls. Dip chicken in flour to coat all sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then in pretzels, patting to help coating adhere., Place chicken on foil-lined baking sheets; spritz with cooking spray. Bake 12-15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. In a small bowl, mix mustard and honey. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 619mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
PRETZEL CRUSTED CHICKEN NUGGETS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: pretzels, shredded parmesan cheese, flour, pepper, eggs, chicken breast
Provided by Tasty
Categories Lunch
Yield 15 nuggets
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut chicken breasts into 2 inch (5 cm) pieces.
- Mix pretzels and cheese in food processor.
- Add pepper to flour and mix in a separate bowl. Whisk eggs in another bowl, and pour cheese/pretzel mix in a third.
- Bread chicken by first covering in flour, then dipping in egg, and finally coating in pretzel/ cheese mix.
- Fry in vegetable oil. Flip several times until fully cooked.
- Serve with ketchup or your favorite dipping sauce!
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 0 grams
PRETZEL-CRUSTED CHICKEN STRIPS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix the brown mustard, mayonnaise and honey in a small bowl. Add 1 cup of the mixture to a shallow bowl. Reserve the rest for serving. Place the flour in another shallow bowl, then spread the pretzel crumbs on a plate.
- Season the chicken tenders with the salt. Coat each chicken tender in flour, then dunk in the honey-mustard mixture and coat in the pretzels; set aside on a large plate.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the butter and 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat until melted and hot. Add half of the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove to a rack placed over a sheet pan. Repeat with the remaining butter, oil and chicken.
- Serve alongside the reserved honey mustard.
PRETZEL CRUSTED CHICKEN NUGGETS SALAD
Steps:
- For the chicken: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Set a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet and spray the rack with nonstick spray. Set aside.
- Combine the mayo, mustard, Parmesan, garlic powder and a few turns of pepper in a large bowl. Add the pretzels to a separate bowl or large shallow dish. Coat the chicken all over in the mayo mixture, then the crushed pretzels, and transfer to the wire rack, spacing it out evenly. Spray the chicken with cooking spray and bake until fully cooked, with an internal temperature of 165 degrees F, 12 to 18 minutes.
- For the dressing: Combine the yogurt, Parmesan, oil, mustard, Worcestershire, pepper, salt, garlic, lemon juice and zest in a bowl and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- For the salad: Toss together the kale, Parmesan and radishes in a large bowl. Top with the avocado slices, chicken and more shaved Parm as desired.
PRETZEL-CRUSTED CHICKEN WITH MIXED GREENS
The secret to crunchy success for this pretzel-crusted chicken recipe is grinding up the sourdough pretzel nuggets until they're finely crushed. You can change up the pretzel flavor by using hot buffalo wing or buttermilk ranch nuggets. -Kerri Balliet, Mequon, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings (2/3 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place pretzels in a food processor; process until finely crushed. Place pretzels and flour in separate shallow bowls. In another shallow bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, garlic and pepper. Pound chicken with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Dip both sides of chicken in flour, egg mixture and then pretzel crumbs., In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons oil over medium heat. Add chicken; cook for 4-6 minutes on each side or until no longer pink., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and mustard. Remove 2 tablespoons to another bowl for dressing; whisk in remaining oil, vinegar, salt and pepper., Place salad greens in a large bowl. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Serve with chicken and remaining mayonnaise mixture.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- For a crispy coating, make sure the chicken nuggets are completely coated in the pretzel crumb mixture before frying.
- Use a deep fryer or a large pot filled with oil to fry the chicken nuggets. This will help them cook evenly.
- Fry the chicken nuggets in batches so they don't overcrowd the pot and cook evenly.
- Cook the chicken nuggets until they are golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Serve the chicken nuggets immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Pretzel-coated chicken nuggets are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or game days. With a crispy pretzel coating and a juicy chicken interior, these chicken nuggets are sure to be a hit.
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