Best 12 Pretzel Chicken Dippers Recipes

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Pretzel chicken dippers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with chicken breast that is coated in a mixture of pretzels, bread crumbs, and spices. The chicken is then baked or fried until it is golden brown and crispy. Pretzel chicken dippers can be served with a variety of dipping sauces, such as honey mustard, ranch dressing, or barbecue sauce. They are also a great addition to a party platter or buffet.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

PRETZEL-CRUSTED CHICKEN FINGERS WITH HONEY MUSTARD DIPPING SAUCE



Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Fingers with Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce image

Whenever I visit my family in Minnesota, I can't wait to get my hands on a bag of Dot's Homestyle Pretzels. They're coated in a top-secret seasoning mix that I crave! This recipe recreates the flavor of Dot's, using butter-flavored pretzels mixed with ranch seasoning, so now we can satisfy that craving year-round. The pretzel mix is the perfect coating for chicken fingers that are fried till crispy then served with a punchy-sweet dipping sauce.

Provided by Gabriela Rodiles

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup yellow mustard
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
3 cups plain or butter-flavored pretzels (about 6 1/2 ounces)
1 tablespoon ranch dressing mix or 1/2 teaspoon each onion powder and garlic powder
3 large eggs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound chicken tenders (7 to 8 pieces) or 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 7 to 8 strips
1 cup all-purpose flour
Vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • For the dipping sauce: Whisk together both mustards with the brown sugar, honey and lemon juice in a small bowl. Cover and set aside until ready to use.
  • For the chicken fingers: Pulse the pretzels in a food processor until finely ground but pea-sized bits remain. Transfer to a medium bowl and stir in the ranch dressing mix or onion powder and garlic powder and 1 teaspoon salt.
  • Beat the eggs with 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in another medium bowl.
  • Whisk the flour with 1 tablespoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a third medium bowl.
  • Set a wire rack in a rimmed baking sheet. Dredge 1 chicken piece at a time in the seasoned flour, shaking off the excess, then dip into the egg to evenly coat, and finally evenly coat in the pretzel crumbs. Transfer to the prepared wire rack.
  • Heat 1/2 inch oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Test the temperature of the oil by dropping a pinch of leftover flour in the oil. When it sizzles and rises to the top, the oil is ready for frying. Add half of the chicken to the skillet and fry until golden brown, flipping once, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side. Transfer with tongs to a paper towel-lined plate. Season with a sprinkle of salt. Repeat the frying process with the remaining chicken.
  • Serve the chicken fingers warm with the mustard dipping sauce.

PRETZEL-CRUSTED CHICKEN STRIPS



Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Strips image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup spicy brown mustard
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups crushed pretzel twists
1 1/2 pounds chicken tenders
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 tablespoons salted butter
1/4 cup olive oil

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 CHICKEN TENDERS



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Cook up some Pretzel Chicken Tenders with help from My Food and Family. Make a Dijon-honey dip to round out this recipe!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/4 cups panko bread crumbs
1-1/4 cups crushed pretzels
1/2 cup flour
2 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
1/4 cup KRAFT Real Mayo
2 Tbsp. honey
1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. water
1-1/4 lb. chicken tenders

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 450°F.
  • Cook bread crumbs in medium skillet on medium heat 2 to 3 min. or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Add to pretzels in shallow dish; mix well. Place flour in second shallow dish.
  • Mix mustard, mayo, honey and vinegar until blended. Reserve 2/3 cup mustard mixture for later use as a dipping sauce. Stir water into remaining mustard mixture; pour into third shallow dish.
  • Spray baking sheet with cooking spray. Dip chicken tenders, 1 at a time, in flour, then mustard mixture, then crumb mixture, turning to evenly coat each piece with each ingredient. Place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake 15 to 20 min. or until cooked through. Serve with reserved dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 410 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g

PRETZEL CHICKEN DIPPERS



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The flavor and crunch you love about pretzels coats juicy pieces of chicken breast. Perfect for dipping in the VELVEETA-GREY POUPON Sauce.

Provided by VELVEETA Cheese

Categories     VELVEETA Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2 to 2-inch pieces
1 packet SHAKE 'N BAKE Crunchy Pretzel Flavor Seasoned Coating Mix
¼ pound VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Coat chicken with coating mix and bake as directed on package.
  • Microwave remaining ingredients in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1 to 1-1/2 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring after 1 min.
  • Serve chicken with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 40.1 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 273.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

PRETZEL CHICKEN WITH FIG MUSTARD DIP



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Make and share this Pretzel Chicken With Fig Mustard Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gagoo

Categories     Chicken Thigh & Leg

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup pretzel, pieces honey mustard and onion-flavored
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 eggs, lightly beaten
12 chicken drumsticks, skinned (about 3 1/2 lbs. total)
1 teaspoon nonstick cooking spray
1/4 teaspoon thyme leaves
1/3 cup fig jam or 1/3 cup apricot jam
1/4 cup grainy mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Place pretzels in a resealable plastic bag. Use a rolling pin, crush pretzels. Add cumin; shake to mix.
  • Place beaten eggs in a shallow dish. Dip drumsticks, one at a time, in eggs; let excess drip off.
  • Add chicken to bag; shake gently to coat.
  • Coat roasting rack with nonstick cooking spray and place over a foil-lined baking pan. Transfer chicken to roasting rack.
  • Bake 40 to 50 minutes until golden brown and juices run clear (180 degrees F). Transfer chicken to platter; sprinkle with thyme leaves, if desired.
  • For Fig Mustard Dip, in a small bowl stir together fig jam and mustard. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461.6, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 180.3, Sodium 782.8, Carbohydrate 43.3, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 9.8, Protein 34.7

MAPLE PRETZEL CHICKEN



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

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

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

Steps:

  • 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., 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 : Calories 472 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

PRETZEL CHICKEN DIPPERS



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The flavor and crunch you love about pretzels coats juicy pieces of chicken breast. Perfect for dipping in the VELVEETA-GREY POUPON Sauce.

Provided by VELVEETA Cheese

Categories     VELVEETA Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2 to 2-inch pieces
1 packet SHAKE 'N BAKE Crunchy Pretzel Flavor Seasoned Coating Mix
¼ pound VELVEETA®, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Coat chicken with coating mix and bake as directed on package.
  • Microwave remaining ingredients in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1 to 1-1/2 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring after 1 min.
  • Serve chicken with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.8 g, Cholesterol 40.1 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 273.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

PRETZEL CRUSTED CHICKEN BREAST TENDERS WITH GARLICKY DIPPING SAUCE RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Pretzel Crusted Chicken Breast Tenders with garlicky dipping sauce Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by ruthguillo

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 tablespoons yellow cornmeal, divided
1/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
3 teaspoons Dijon mustard, divided
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup finely crushed unsalted pretzel twists
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 chicken breast tenders (about 1 1/4 pounds)
Cooking spray
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 cup canola mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 2. Place 4 tablespoons cornmeal in a shallow dish. Combine milk, 2 teaspoons mustard, and egg in a separate shallow dish, stirring with a whisk. Combine pretzels, remaining 1 tablespoon cornmeal, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, sugar, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and pepper in a third shallow dish, stirring with a whisk. Lightly dredge chicken in cornmeal, dip in milk mixture, and dredge in pretzel mixture, pressing gently to coat chicken with cooking spray. 3. Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add chicken; cook 3 minutes or until browned. Turn chicken over, and place pan in oven. Bake at 375 degrees for 7 minutes or until done. 4. While chicken cooks, combine mayonnaise, yogurt, chives, lemon juice, remaining 1 teaspoon mustard, remaining 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Serve sauce with tenders.

PRETZEL-CRUSTED CHICKEN NUGGETS



Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Nuggets image

Enjoy the flavor and crunch you love on these Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Nuggets. Not only are they perfect for kids and adults alike, Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Nuggets are perfect for dipping in the VELVEETA-GREY POUPON sauce.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2- to 2-inch pieces
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Crunchy Pretzel Flavor Seasoned Coating Mix
1/4 lb. (4 oz.) VELVEETA, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
3 Tbsp. milk
1 tsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Coat chicken with coating mix and bake as directed on package.
  • Microwave remaining ingredients in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1 to 1-1/2 min. or until VELVEETA is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring after 1 min.
  • Serve chicken with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 720 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 27 g

HONEY MUSTARD PRETZEL CHICKEN TENDERS RECIPE BY TASTY



Honey Mustard Pretzel Chicken Tenders Recipe by Tasty image

Lunchtime is now crunch time with this delicious chicken tender recipe. Go pickup in store at any Amazon Fresh Store. Amazon Fresh is a grocery store in select cities where you can shop for groceries, everyday essentials, and more. Why wait for delivery when you can pickup at Amazon Fresh today!

Provided by Amazon Prime Fresh

Categories     Lunch

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

½ cup Happy Belly Honey Mustard
⅓ cup plain full-fat greek yogurt
2 Happy Belly Large Eggs
1 pinch kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided, plus a pinch
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders
2 tablespoons garlic powder
3 tablespoons Happy Belly Onion Powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Happy Belly Celery Salt
2 tablespoons Happy Belly Paprika
3 cups whole pretzel twists
Happy Belly Vegetable Oil, for frying
Happy Belly Honey Mustard
Amazon Fresh Brand Carrots and Celery Stick
Amazon Fresh Brand Aplenty Sea Salt Pita Chip

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together Happy Belly Honey Mustard, Greek yogurt, Happy Belly Large Eggs, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper until smooth. Add the chicken tenders and toss to coat completely in the honey mustard mixture. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, or overnight.
  • In a separate medium bowl, stir together the garlic powder, Happy Belly Onion Powder, cayenne, Happy Belly Celery Salt, remaining 2 teaspoons of black pepper, and the Happy Belly Paprika.
  • Add the pretzel twists to a food processor and pulse into coarse crumbs. Transfer about half of the pretzel crumbs to the bowl with the spice mixture. Pulse the remaining pretzel crumbs until finely ground, then add to the bowl with the spice mixture and stir to combine.
  • Heat 2 inches of Happy Belly Vegetable Oil in a large, high-walled skillet over medium heat until the temperature reaches 365-375°F (185-190°C). Line a plate with paper towels.
  • Toss the honey mustard chicken tenders, a few at a time, in the pretzel crumbs until fully coated.
  • Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, fry the chicken tenders in the hot oil for 8-10 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown all over. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Assemble the lunchboxes: Pack the honey mustard pretzel chicken tenders with a side of Happy Belly Honey Mustard for dipping, a few Amazon Fresh Brand Carrots and Celery Sticks, and Amazon Fresh Brand Aplenty Sea Salt Pita Chips.
  • Enjoy!

CRISPY PRETZEL CHICKEN WITH HONEY-MUSTARD SAUCE



Crispy pretzel chicken with honey-mustard sauce image

Pretzel crumbs create a super-crisp coating for chicken, and oven cooking reduces the fat content. This recipe makes extra for lunch the next day

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

100g salted pretzel
12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
flour , for dusting
2 eggs , beaten with a fork
1 tbsp olive oil
100ml wholegrain mustard
4 tbsp honey
1 tsp white wine vinegar
green veg or salad and potatoes , to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Crush the pretzels in a food processor or bash up in a plastic bag using a rolling pin. Transfer pretzel crumbs to a plate. Season the chicken, toss in flour, dip into the egg, then roll in the pretzel crumbs. Place on a baking tray, drizzle over the oil and bake for 35 mins until crisp and tender.
  • In a small bowl, mix the mustard, honey and vinegar. Reserve 4 of the chicken thighs for lunch. (You can use them in the Caesar salad with crispy chicken recipe, look at 'Goes well with...') Serve the remaining chicken with the sauce and green veg or salad and potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 41 grams protein, Sodium 2.2 milligram of sodium

AIR FRYER PRETZEL BITES



Air Fryer Pretzel Bites image

These pretzel bites take minimal ingredients and minimal time to prepare. Serve salted, with mustard, cheese sauce, or with seasoning like cinnamon sugar, ranch seasoning, etc.,

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Pretzels

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ cups self-rising flour
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
4 cups water
1 tablespoon baking soda
cooking spray
1 tablespoon coarse kosher salt, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix self-rising flour and Greek yogurt together in a bowl until well combined. Turn out dough onto a floured surface and knead dough comes together.
  • Roll dough into 3/4-inch thick ropes. Cut each rope into three 5-inch pieces and roll each piece into a small ball.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring water in a large pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Add baking soda to the boiling water. Carefully drop dough balls into the water and cook until they float to the top.
  • Using a slotted spoon remove dough balls once they float to the top and transfer to the air fryer basket in one line. You might need to cook them in batches.
  • Cook until pretzel bites are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Spray pretzel bites with nonstick cooking spray and sprinkle kosher salt on top. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 11.3 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 2955.9 mg

Important Cooking Guide to Prepare Pretzel-Coated, Air-Fried, and Juicy Pretzel Dippers: A Culinary Guide for Crispy and Succulently Tender Delights

1. Tenderizing the Poultry: - Utilize a meat mallet or a heavy object to carefully flatten and thin out chicken breasts to uniform sizes. - You can also utilize a sharp kitchen tool to cut the chicken into strips or desired sizes. - Maintain consistent chicken sizes to ensure even cooking. 2. Creating the Flavorful Coating: - Prepare a mixture comprised of finely crushed pretzel crumbs, seasoned with a combination of your favored seasonings and spices. - A classic choice is employing a combination of paprika, salt, red chili flakes, black or white ground peppers, and seasoned salt. - Adapt and adjust the seasonings to your taste. Ensure the chicken pieces are fully coated with this pretzel mixture. 3. Crispy Pretzel Breaded Coating: - Prepare a separate bowl containing a well-beaten egg and another one containing the pretzel crumb mixture. - Coat the chicken pieces in the egg mixture, followed by the pretzel mixture. - Perform a double-coating process to achieve a thicker, more delectable crust. 4. Achieving the Optimal Crispiness: - Employ an air fryer to avoid introducing extra grease and maintain a healthier approach. - Preheat the air fryer to a suitable temperature, typically around 375 degrees Fahrenheit, prior to inserting the chicken strips. - Cook them for approximately 8-10 minutes, or until they display a golden-crisp pretzel crust and the chicken juices have attained clarity. 5. Zesty Condiments for Enhanced Flavor: - Prepare different dipping sauces, each providing a unique and delectable taste experience. - Consider options such as a classic BBQ, creamy ranch, spicy buffalo, or a tangy blue cheese. - Serve chicken dippers as a flavorful addition to your main course, as a delightful appetizer, or during game-viewing gatherings.

Experience an Authentic Pretzel-Coated Delight: A Culinary Exploration of Flavors and Textures

- Create an unforgettable culinary experience with juicy and crispy chicken dippers, coated with a delightful pretzel breading. - Ensure an even crust by utilizing a double-layered breading process. - Achieve pretzel-style excellence by combining classic pretzel spices with seasoned breadcrumbs. - Savor the crunch of the pretzel crust and the succulent tenderness of the chicken, perfectly harmonious in every succulent piece. - Elevate the meal by offering an array of enticing sauces, allowing for a customized taste sensation. - Prepare these enticing pretzel chicken dippers for various events, whether as a delectable appetizer, a main course, or a treat during fun get-togethers.

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