Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Tenders

Pretzel-Crusted Chicken Tenders recipe videos

Pretzel-crusted chicken tenders are a popular American comfort food made by coating chicken breast strips in a seasoned, crushed pretzel crust before baking or frying. The dish typically uses chicken tenders, crushed pretzels, eggs for binding, and a blend of spices like garlic powder and paprika. It's widely found in casual dining restaurants and home kitchens across the United States.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and contains moderate carbohydrates from the pretzel coating, with fat content depending on cooking method. It provides a good source of niacin, vitamin B6, and selenium, with a typical serving containing roughly 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	32 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	850 mg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg
Vitamin B6	0.8 mg
Selenium	28 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Potassium	320 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Zinc	1.8 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg

Per 4 chicken tenders (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The pretzel crust offers a unique salty, crunchy alternative to traditional breadcrumbs, reflecting American snack food culture. Nutritionally, pretzels provide more sodium than standard coatings but also add small amounts of iron and B vitamins.