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Pretzel and Cheddar-Crusted Chicken
with broccoli and ranch crema
Prep & Cook Time: 10-15 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g net carbs
Chef
Laura Alpern
Here's a meal featuring one of the world's best crunchy snacks, a sharp cheese, and a juicy protein. Our pretzel cheddar-crusted chicken is one of a kind. It's salty, cheesy, and crispy, and it's prepared with a side of tender broccoli and a delicious, herbaceous crema.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Broccoli Florets
- 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
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2 oz. Sour Cream
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1 oz. Shredded Cheddar Cheese
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1 oz. Pretzels
- ½ oz. Hot Honey
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0.42 oz. Mayonnaise
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1 tsp. Buttermilk-Dill Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories590
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Carbohydrates33g
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Net Carbs28g
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Fat30g
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Protein45g
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Sodium1550mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 2 Medium Non-Stick Pans
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using pork chops, follow same instructions as chicken in Steps 1 and 2, cooking pork chops, topping-side down first, until pork reaches minimum internal temperature, 3-5 minutes per side. Rest, 3 minutes. Pork chop thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner chop, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using sirloin steaks or NY strip steak, follow same instructions as chicken in Steps 1 and 2, cooking steaks, topping-side down first, until steaks reach desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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1 Prepare the Chicken
Finely crush pretzels until consistency of breadcrumbs. For best results, place in a plastic bag and crush with a heavy object.
Combine crushed pretzels, cheese, and 1 tsp. olive oil on a plate.Pat chicken dry and season both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.Coat one side of chicken with mayonnaise, then place chicken, mayonnaise-side down, into pretzel-cheese mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. -
2 Cook the Chicken
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Add chicken, topping-side down first, to hot pan, and cook until browned on one side, 5-7 minutes.
Flip chicken and cook until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 4-6 minutes.If topping-side of chicken does not release from pan, cook 30-60 seconds longer.Remove from burner.While chicken cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Cook the Broccoli
Break broccoli into bite-sized pieces using hands.
Place another medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add broccoli and 1/4 cup water to hot pan. Cover and cook until water is almost completely evaporated, 4-6 minutes.Uncover and stir occasionally until tender, 2-3 minutes.Season with 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper.Remove from burner. -
4 Make Ranch Crema and Finish Dish
In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and buttermilk-dill seasoning.
Plate dish as pictured on front of card, drizzling hot honey (to taste) on chicken and topping broccoli with ranch crema. Bon appétit!
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