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Flavorful Super Bowl Pulled Chicken Pretzel Bites

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These pulled chicken pretzel bites combine soft, chewy pretzel dough with juicy, smoky pulled chicken for a perfect game day snack that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great!)
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 10 cups water (for boiling)
  • ⅔ cup baking soda (for boiling)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for garlic butter glaze)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for garlic butter glaze)
  • Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast by combining 1 ½ cups warm water, 1 tablespoon sugar, and yeast in a large mixing bowl. Let sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, kosher salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir until dough begins to come together, then knead by hand for 7-10 minutes until smooth and elastic (or use stand mixer with dough hook for 4-5 minutes).
  3. Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with towel or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for 45-60 minutes until doubled in size.
  4. While dough rises, mix shredded chicken, barbecue sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Warm slightly if desired.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Bring 10 cups water and baking soda to a rolling boil in a large pot.
  6. Punch down dough and divide into 12 equal portions. Roll each into a 12-inch rope, cut into 1-inch pieces. Flatten each piece, place about 1 tablespoon of pulled chicken in center, and pinch dough to seal completely.
  7. Boil filled bites in baking soda water in batches for 30 seconds. Remove with slotted spoon and place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Mix melted butter with garlic powder and brush over boiled bites. Sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
  9. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  10. Cool on wire rack slightly and serve warm with dipping sauces like spicy mustard or ranch.

Notes

If dough is too sticky, sprinkle more flour but avoid overdoing it to keep bites light. Seal chicken filling well to prevent leaks during boiling. Use a thermometer to ensure water is about 110°F for yeast activation. Boil bites in small batches to avoid overcrowding. Brush with garlic butter glaze before baking for golden finish and flavor. Store leftovers in airtight container refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat in oven to maintain texture. Freeze shaped but unboiled bites for longer storage.

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Keywords: pulled chicken, pretzel bites, game day snacks, Super Bowl, easy recipe, barbecue, smoky, savory, party food

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