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

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

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.