Description
Easy Apricot Glazed Baked Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that brings together the sweetness of apricots and the savory flavors of tender chicken. With its vibrant glaze, this recipe is not only simple to prepare but also transforms everyday ingredients into a show-stopping meal perfect for any occasion. Enjoy succulent chicken breasts coated in a luscious apricot sauce that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup apricot preserves
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, apricot preserves, honey, and mustard until smooth.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the apricot glaze over it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve immediately, drizzling any remaining sauce over the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast (170g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 73mg