This Keto Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce has a salty texture and tarty flavor. We prepare this pretzel chicken with crushed pork rinds, smoked paprika, almond flour, eggs, Dijon mustard, chicken breasts, onion powder, black pepper, garlic powder, cheddar cheese, salt, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, heavy cream, butter, and yellow mustard. This pretzel chicken contains 420 calories and four grams of net carbs. We make this pretzel chicken in only forty minutes. This Keto Pretzel Chicken with Mustard-Cheddar Sauce is ideal for events, festivities, gatherings, celebrations, social gatherings, suppers, breakfasts, and busy days. We store this pretzel chicken in a freezer for almost forty to sixty days, so you can prepare it earlier. You can serve this pretzel chicken with Sautéed Zucchini with Parmesan, Greek Salad with Feta & Olive Oil, Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin, Keto Meatballs in Cream Sauce, Olive Tapenade Platter, or Creamy Ranch Dip.
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STATS:
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Duration: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Caloric Content: 420 kcal
- Course: Main Dish
- Cook time: 25 minutes
- Portion size: 1 chicken breast
- Cooking mode: Oven
- Total servings: 4
- Difficulty level: Medium
- Total time: 40 minutes
TOOLS:
- Oven
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Bowls
- Whisk
- Saucepan
- Meat mallet
- Tongs
INGREDIENTS:
- 4 chicken breasts
- Crushed pork rinds, one cup
- ½ cup almond flour
- Two eggs
- Garlic powder, one tsp
- One tsp. onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Dijon mustard, two tbsp.
- One cup of heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
- Half a tsp. apple cider vinegar
- One tbsp. olive oil
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
PORK RINDS:
- We have to use pork rinds, as they will provide a crunchy texture and salty coating. As an alternative, you can use finely crushed roasted almonds, crushed parmesan crisps, or ground flaxseed.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Use the almond flour to deliver a nutty flavor and structure to this pretzel chicken. We might also utilize sunflower seed, ground pumpkin seed, or a little quantity of coconut flour.
HEAVY CREAM:
- We use heavy cream, which will give a higher fat content and silky texture. Instead, you can use unsweetened cashew cream, evaporated milk, or coconut cream.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Cheddar cheese delivers a thick texture and sharp flavor to this pretzel chicken. As a replacement, we can use Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or Gouda.
DIJON MUSTARD:
- You can utilize Dijon mustard, as it will provide acidity and tarty flavor. Alternatively, you can use horseradish mustard, yellow mustard, or spicy brown mustard.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 200°Celcius and cover a sheet with baking paper.
- We gently flatten the chicken breasts for uniform cooking.
- Flatten chicken breasts slightly for even cooking.
- Add the eggs to one dish and beat them perfectly.
- Include the almond flour along with spices in the second vessel.
- Put the crushed pork rinds in a different bowl.
- Soak all the chicken breasts in a mixture of almond flour first, then dip them in the egg wash.
- And then coat each chicken breast with a mixture of pork rind.
- Put the coated chicken on a sheet and drizzle the olive oil.
- Bake till all the chicken breasts are crispy and brown, for about twenty minutes.
- Slowly heat the butter in a saucepan till it melts.
- Whisk the vinegar, heavy cream, and mustard till become hot.
- Mix in the cheddar cheese till it gets thicker and smoother.
- Serve this chicken warm and drizzle the mustard-cheddar sauce.
TIPS:
- Include a small amount of cayenne to get a spicy taste.
- Coat the chicken twice to make a crunchier texture.
- Preparing this pretzel chicken will give it a crispy texture.
- Cool the chicken for about 5 minutes and then slice it to maintain a juicy texture.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
VEGETABLES:
- Garlic Butter Roasted Broccoli
- Lemon Herb Asparagus Spears
- Sautéed Zucchini with Parmesan
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Crumble
- Creamy Spinach with Garlic
SALADS:
- Avocado Cucumber Salad with Lime Dressing
- Keto Caesar Salad with Crispy Bacon
- Greek Salad with Feta & Olive Oil
- Arugula Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
- Cabbage Slaw with Mustard Dressing
COMFORT AND CREAMY SIDES:
- Cauliflower Mash with Butter & Garlic
- Cheesy Cauliflower Gratin
- Keto Mac and Cheese
- Creamed Spinach Skillet
- Cheddar Broccoli Bake
PROTEINS:
- Bacon-Wrapped Green Beans
- Grilled Garlic Shrimp Skewers
- Keto Meatballs in Cream Sauce
- Pan-Seared Salmon with Butter Glaze
- Herb-Roasted Chicken Thighs
HEALTHY FATS:
- Sliced Avocado with Sea Salt
- Guacamole with Lime & Cilantro
- Olive Tapenade Platter
- Keto Deviled Eggs
- Avocado Ranch Dip Bowl
DIPS AND SUACES:
- Spicy Garlic Aioli
- Creamy Ranch Dip
- Keto BBQ Sauce
- Extra Mustard-Cheddar Drizzle
- Herb Yogurt Dip
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put it in a closed box and store it for almost four days.
FREEZER:
- Store the cooked chicken for almost 40-60 days.
FAQs:
Is it important to coat this with pork rinds?
- It provides the crunchiness to the chicken, but we will also use almond flour to give a soft crunch.
May we utilize chicken thighs as a replacement for breasts?
- You may utilize chicken thighs because they will still be juicy.
Can we prepare the sauce earlier?
- Yes, you can make the sauce earlier, as it warms up nicely.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Proteins: 32 g
Caloric Content: 420 kcal
Sodium: 780 mg
Net carbs: 4 g
Fiber: 1.5 g
Sugar: 1 g
Fats: 30 g
Portion Size: 1 chicken breast
Total carbs: 5.5 g
