Ingredients for Baked Apricot Chicken
- 1/2 cup apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup dry breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- chopped apricots (optional, for garnish)
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How to Make Baked Apricot Chicken
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup apricot preserves, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
- Divide the apricot mixture in half. Set aside half for serving.
- Dip chicken pieces (about 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces) in the apricot mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Roll the chicken pieces in 1 cup breadcrumbs.
- Place the breaded chicken in a greased baking dish.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons melted butter over the chicken.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Gently heat the reserved apricot mixture in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Serve the baked chicken drizzled with the warmed apricot mixture. Garnish with fresh parsley or chopped apricots (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
18 g
Sugar
143g
Fat
55g
Carbs
21g
