Pretzel -crusted Chicken with Cheddar Cheese Sauce

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Ingredients

  • ■2 large eggs
  • ■1 tablespoonDijonmustard
  • ■1-1/2 cups crushed pretzels
  • ■1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme (I used 1 teaspoon dried)
  • ■1-1/2 pounds chicken cutlets (I used tenders)
  • ■1/4 cup olive oil, divided
  • ■2 tablespoons butter
  • ■2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ■2 cups milk
  • ■1-1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a shallow dish, whisk together egg and mustard until smooth. In a separate shallow dish, combine pretzels and thyme.

2. Dip chicken in egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Dredge in pretzel mixture to coat.

3. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Add half of chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side or until cooked through (I had to add oil). Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining 2 tablespoons oil and chicken. Wipe skillet clean.

4. Melt butter over medium heat. Add flour, and cook, whisking constantly, for 2 minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking until smooth. Cook, whisking constantly, 6 to 8 minutes or until thickened and bubbly. Add cheese; stirring until cheese melts and mixture is smooth. Spoon sauce over chicken. Serve with Broccoli and Rice Pilaf.