Crunchy Pretzel Chicken Smothered in Savory Turkey Bacon Sauce
Enjoy a delicious twist on chicken with this Crunchy Pretzel Chicken recipe smothered in a savory turkey bacon sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup crushed pretzels
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Coat the chicken breasts in olive oil and then dip them into the crushed pretzels, ensuring they are well-covered.
- Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, cook the chopped turkey bacon until crispy, then mix with cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Pour the turkey bacon sauce over the pretzel-covered chicken breasts.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese, returning to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Notes
- For extra crunch, you can add additional crushed pretzels on top before baking.
- Substitute chicken with turkey breasts for a leaner option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Crunchy Pretzel Chicken Smothered