Scandinavian Chicken With Apricots Recipe

Name: Scandinavian Chicken With Apricots Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large chicken breast halves; ½ cup water; ¼ cup apricot brandy; 1 (6 ounce) package dried apricots; 2 tablespoons currants; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon dried thyme leaves; ¼ teaspoon pepper; 1 lemon, thinly sliced; ⅓ cup toasted slivered almonds

Servings: persons

1
Remove skin from chicken breasts.
2
Mix water, brandy, apricots and currants; let stand 15 minutes.
3
Heat oil in 12-inch skillet until hot.
4
Cook chicken over medium heat until brown on both sides, about 15 minutes; drain fat.
5
Sprinkle chicken with salt, thyme and pepper.
6
Add apricot mixture and lemon slices.
7
Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
8
Cover and cook, spooning pan juices over chicken occasionally, until chicken is done, 35 to 40 minutes.
9
Sprinkle with almonds.

391

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large chicken breast halves, ½ cup water, ¼ cup apricot brandy, 1 (6 ounce) package dried apricots, and more.

Yes, Scandinavian Chicken With Apricots Recipe 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!