BBQ Chicken Stuffed Soft Pretzels

This BBQ Chicken Stuffed Soft Pretzels recipe combines the delightful chewiness of pretzels with the smoky, sweet flavors of BBQ chicken. It’s a perfect addition to your next BBQ recipes lineup, offering a unique twist on traditional soft pretzels.

Making these pretzels at home is easier than it sounds, and they are great for parties, game days, or a fun family dinner. You can prepare them ahead of time and bake them when you’re ready to serve.

Delicious BBQ Chicken Stuffed Pretzels

These soft pretzels are filled with a savory mixture of shredded BBQ chicken and cheese, then baked to golden perfection. The recipe yields about 8 pretzels and takes approximately 1 hour from start to finish.

Ingredients

1 ½ cups warm water (110°F to 115°F)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ teaspoons)
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup cooked shredded chicken
1/3 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup baking soda
1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Coarse sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions

Activate the Yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
Make the Dough: Add the flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until combined and then knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce and mozzarella cheese until well mixed.

Shape the Pretzels: Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope (about 20 inches). Shape into a U, twist the ends together, and press them into the bottom of the U to form a pretzel shape.
Boil the Pretzels: In a large pot, bring 10 cups of water and the baking soda to a boil. Boil each pretzel for about 30 seconds, then remove with a slotted spoon and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Brush and Sprinkle: Brush each pretzel with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.

Bake: Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and bake the pretzels for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
Serve: Allow to cool slightly, then serve warm with additional BBQ sauce for dipping.