Quick Apricot Almond Chicken Recipe

Name: Quick Apricot Almond Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each); 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth; 1 cup apricot preserves; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup sliced almonds; Hot cooked rice

Servings: persons

1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced almonds
Hot cooked rice

1
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, mustard, garlic, pepper and 1/2 cup oil. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
2
Drain and discard marinade from chicken. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in remaining oil for 8-10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170u00b0.
3
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth. Stir in the preserves, butter and reserved marinade. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Spoon over chicken; sprinkle with almonds. Serve with rice.

1000

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, and more.

Yes, Quick Apricot Almond 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.

Quick Apricot Almond Chicken

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