Crispy pretzel-coated chicken cutlets, pan-fried or baked, then finished with a drizzle of hot honey for sweet heat and satisfying crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken cutlets
1 cup crushed pretzels
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup honey
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes or hot sauce
Cooking spray or oil, for cooking
Instructions
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Pound chicken to even thickness.
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Set up dredging bowls: flour + seasoning, beaten eggs, crushed pretzels.
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Coat chicken in flour, then egg, then pretzels.
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Bake at 425°F for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, or pan-fry for 3–4 minutes per side.
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In a saucepan, warm honey with chili flakes or hot sauce.
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Drizzle hot honey over cooked chicken.
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Serve warm with sides or as desired.