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Honey Butter Pretzel Chicken Melt

Crispy fried chicken glazed in honey butter, layered with melted cheddar inside soft pretzel buns for the ultimate viral sandwich.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crispy Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
Honey Butter Glaze
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Assembly
  • 4 pretzel buns
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • skillet or deep fryer
  • mixing bowls
  • tongs

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Mix flour, cornstarch, and spices to create crispy coating.
  3. Fry chicken until golden brown and fully cooked.
  4. Mix melted butter, honey, and garlic powder to create glaze.
  5. Toast pretzel buns and assemble with cheese and chicken.
  6. Drizzle honey butter and melt cheese before serving hot.

Notes

Cornstarch is key for ultra-crispy texture. Serve immediately for best cheese pull effect.