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Apricot Glazed Chicken Breasts Recipe

Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy Apricot Glazed Chicken Breast recipe is perfect for busy weeknights! Juicy chicken breasts get a sweet and tangy glaze from apricot preserves, a hint of spice, and a touch of tangy vinegar. This simple recipe is ideal for beginners, and it's delicious served with rice and your favorite steamed vegetables. Grill it this summer for an extra delicious twist!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 196.5 kcal
Protein 65g
Rating 4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Apricot Glazed Chicken Breasts

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How to Make Apricot Glazed Chicken Breasts

  1. Preheat your broiler.
  2. Line a broiler pan with aluminum foil.
  3. Lightly spray the broiler pan rack with nonstick cooking spray.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup apricot preserves (or marmalade), 1 tablespoon ketchup, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (optional).
  5. Season both sides of the chicken breasts generously with 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Place the chicken breasts, skin-side down, on the prepared broiler pan. Broil 4-6 inches from the heat for 5 minutes.
  7. Flip the chicken breasts and broil for another 3 minutes.
  8. Brush each chicken breast with half of the apricot glaze. Broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the glaze is bubbly and the chicken is no longer pink in the thickest part.
  9. Turn the chicken breasts and brush with the remaining glaze. Broil for 1 minute more.
  10. Remove from the broiler and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. Serve immediately with rice and your favorite steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

2g

Carbs

3g

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