Sweet Apricot Glazed Chicken

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 55 minutes
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Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • paper towels

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet onion soup mix use gluten-free if necessary
  • 1 8 oz. bottle French salad dressing
  • 1 can apricot halves approximately 16 oz.

Instructions

Preheat the Oven:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Mix Ingredients:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the onion soup mix, French salad dressing, and the juice from the apricot halves.
  • Set aside.

Prepare the Chicken:

  • Rinse the chicken breasts and pat them dry with paper towels.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a 9×13 inch baking dish.

Add Glaze and Apricots:

  • Pour the liquid mixture over the chicken breasts in the baking dish.
  • Arrange the apricot halves on top of the chicken.

Bake:

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the glaze is bubbly and caramelized.

Serve:

  • Serve hot, with rice on the side.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice

Pair this apricot glazed chicken with a semi-sweet white wine such as Riesling or a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir. These wines will complement the sweet and tangy flavors of the apricot glaze while balancing the richness of the chicken.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 400 kcal | Carbohydrates: 25 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 20 g | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 15 g
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Course Chicken / Fruit / Main Dish
Cuisine American