Fancy Apricot Chicken
Delight your taste buds with Fancy Apricot Chicken, a restaurant-worthy dish that seamlessly marries sweet and savory flavors for an unforgettable weeknight meal. Perfectly seared boneless, skinless chicken breasts are gently simmered in a luscious glaze of apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, and a hint of fresh rosemary, creating a balance of tangy sweetness and earthy depth. Enhanced with garlic and deglazed with chicken stock, the sauce delivers incredible complexity, while a touch of butter adds a silky finish. Ready in under an hour, this dish is as elegant as it is easy, making it ideal for both family dinners and special occasions. Pair it with fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables for the ultimate serving experience. With its gourmet flair and simple preparation, Fancy Apricot Chicken is destined to become a new favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 0.5 cup chicken stock
- 0.75 cup apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the chicken stock, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits.
Stir in the apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, and chopped rosemary. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is well combined and starts to thicken.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them to coat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Add the butter to the sauce, stirring gently until melted and glossy. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the chicken hot, generously drizzled with the apricot sauce, alongside a choice of rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2174 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.9 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 633 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 3669 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.3 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.5 g | ||
| Protein | 223.1 g | 446% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 112 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1837 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
