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Tender and Juicy Apricot Chicken
Laura

Tender and Juicy Apricot Chicken

Perfectly glazed chicken breasts with sweet apricot sauce, served over fluffy rice for an easy family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 425
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts about 6 ounces each
  • 1 cup apricot preserves
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
  • 1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked white rice for serving
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4 minutes per side until golden.
  3. Whisk together apricot preserves, soy sauce, vinegar, mustard, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Brush half the glaze over chicken. Bake 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Brush with remaining glaze in last 5 minutes. Rest 5 minutes before serving over rice.

Notes

  • Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking
  • Use quality apricot preserves for best flavor
  • Let chicken rest before slicing to retain juices
  • Store leftovers up to 4 days refrigerated