Maple Pretzel Chicken

This unexpected combo delivers delicious results. The finer the pretzel crumb, the better. Larger pieces won't coat as well.

Maple Pretzel Chicken

Average Rating: 4.193548

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 20 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1-1/2 cups crushed pretzels
  • 1/4 cup canola oil

Instructions

  • 1. Flatten chicken breasts to 1/2-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and syrup. Place pretzels in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg mixture and coat with pretzels.
  • 2. In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 472 calories, 19g fat (2g saturated fat), 118mg cholesterol, 492mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 33g protein.