Method:

• Step 1: Prepare the Chicken - Begin by cooking the frozen popcorn chicken according to the package instructions. Once cooked, set them aside to cool slightly.
• Step 2: Preheat the Oven - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure your Pretzel Chicken Minis will bake perfectly golden.
• Step 3: Prepare the Crescent Rolls - Unroll the refrigerated crescent rolls onto a clean surface. Separate the triangles and press the seams together to form a rectangle.
• Step 4: Cut the Dough - Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the dough into smaller squares, about 3 inches by 3 inches.
• Step 5: Wrap the Chicken - Take one piece of the cooked popcorn chicken and place it in the center of a square of dough. Fold the corners over the chicken and pinch to seal. Repeat until all chicken pieces are wrapped.
• Step 6: Boil the Pretzel Bites - In a large pot, bring the 10 cups of water and 1 cup of baking soda to a gentle boil. Drop the wrapped chicken bites into the boiling water, cooking for about 30 seconds per side.
• Step 7: Prepare for Baking - Remove the pretzel bites from the water and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Leave space between each bite.
• Step 8: Egg Wash - In a small bowl, whisk together the large egg and 1 tablespoon of water. Brush this mixture over each pretzel bite.
• Step 9: Add Salt - Sprinkle pretzel salt or coarse sea salt over each pretzel bite.
• Step 10: Bake - Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
• Step 11: Serve - Once done, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with a side of honey mustard.