Description
Apricot-Glazed Chicken is a show-stopping dish that combines tender marinated chicken with a sweet and tangy apricot glaze. Perfect for backyard barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe guarantees flavor that will impress anyone at your table. With a vibrant color and mouthwatering aroma, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience to savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup apricot preserves
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together apricot preserves, soy sauce, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, ground ginger, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate chicken in half of the glaze for at least 30 minutes.
- Place marinated chicken in a greased baking dish and pour remaining glaze over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for five minutes before slicing. Serve garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg