Angel's Apricot Chicken Recipe

Name: Angel's Apricot Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 chicken breast fillets, diced; 1 can (2 lb.) apricot nectar; 1 pkg. French onion soup mix; 1 tsp. tsp. Asafoetida powder (optional); 2 onions, diced; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 3 tbsp. olive oil; 1 tbsp. butter; 1-1/2 cup Basmati rice; 2 tsp. Vegeta chicken stock powder; 2 tbsp. lemon juice; Boiling water, for rice; Thin lemon slices, for garnish

Servings: persons

3 chicken breast fillets, diced
1 can (2 lb.) apricot nectar
1 pkg. French onion soup mix
1 tsp. tsp. Asafoetida powder (optional)
2 onions, diced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tbsp. olive oil
1 tbsp. butter
1-1/2 cup Basmati rice
2 tsp. Vegeta chicken stock powder
2 tbsp. lemon juice
Boiling water, for rice
Thin lemon slices, for garnish

1
Combine oil and butter in a non-stick pan.
2
Cook diced chicken, in batches, until browned.
3
Remove chicken and add Asafoetida powder.
4
Stir 5 seconds.
5
Add onions and garlic.
6
Cook until transparent, do not brown.
7
Add chicken to onions in pan, stir to combine.
8
Combine French onion soup mix and apricot nectar.
9
Pour over chicken.
10
Stir until bubbling.
11
Lower heat and cook until chicken is no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
12
Rice: Cook Basmati rice in the boiling water with the Vegeta stock powder and lemon juice.
13
To serve: Place a ring of rice on serving plate.
14
Fill centre with Apricot chicken.
15
Garnish with lemon slices.

387

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 chicken breast fillets, diced, 1 can (2 lb.) apricot nectar, 1 pkg. French onion soup mix, 1 tsp. tsp. Asafoetida powder (optional), and more.

Yes, Angel's Apricot Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Angel's Apricot Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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