Description
Tasty Apricot Jam Chicken is a delightful dish that combines the sweet tang of apricot jam with savory chicken for a meal that’s sure to impress. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a luscious glaze and baked to perfection, creating a sticky, flavorful experience. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh herbs (thyme or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, whisk together the apricot jam, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, minced garlic, and smoked paprika until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and pour the sauce over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is caramelized.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg