Ingredients

  • 4 -6 thin sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 5 ounces salted pretzels
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 14 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 12 cup grated extra-sharp white cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard

Method

  • Place pretzels in a food processor or blender and grind until fine.
  • Put pretzels into a shallow dish and add the pepper and thyme.
  • Crack and beat eggs into a second shallow dish with a splash of water.
  • Coat the breasts in the pretzel mixture, then in the eggs, then in the pretzels again.
  • Preheat a large skillet with 1/4 inch of vegetable oil.
  • Cook the chicken in the oil in a single layer 3 or 4 minutes on each side, until the juices run clear and the breading is browned.
  • While the chicken is frying melt butter in a medium sauce pan and add the flour.
  • Cook for 1 minute then wisk in the milk.
  • When the milk comes to a bubble, stir in the cheeses and mustard.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Top chicken with cheese sauce and serve immediately.