Apricot Dijon Chicken Recipe
Apricot Chicken is a quick dinner you can prepare in just 10 minutes with just four ingredients. This tender and juicy chicken dish is first coated in a mixture of Dijon mustard and apricot jam, then baked so that dinner is on the table in less than 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- ½ cup whole grain dijon mustard
- ½ cup apricot jam
- 4 chicken breasts (bonelss and skinless)
- salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425º. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
- Whisk together the mustard and jam in a large bowl. Add chicken pieces and stir to coat the chicken. Add salt and pepper.
- Place chicken mixture onto prepared pan and drizzle with olive oil. Scatter thyme sprigs on top. Bake until thermometer reads 160º to 165º, about 12 to 15 depending on the thickness of the chicken. Cover with foil and let rest for 5 minutes.
Barbara's Notes + Tips
- This is great served over rice.
- If you prefer spice, a tablespoon of hot sauce mixed in will give this glaze a kick!
- For tender chicken breasts, marinate them in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 551mg | Potassium: 672mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 73IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg