Description
Apricot-Balsamic Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together the sweetness of apricot and the tanginess of balsamic vinegar, creating a delightful glaze over tender chicken breasts. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this easy recipe can be prepared in just 35 minutes, making it a go-to for anyone looking to impress family and friends with minimal effort. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a complete meal that is both delicious and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1½ teaspoons minced fresh thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt (divided)
- 16 ounces skinless, boneless chicken breasts (4 cutlets)
- ⅓ cup all-fruit or reduced-sugar apricot jam
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large nonstick skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Season chicken with thyme and ¼ teaspoon salt. Place chicken in the skillet and sauté for about 6 minutes on each side or until cooked through. Remove from pan and keep warm.
- Lower heat to medium, adding remaining salt, apricot jam, balsamic vinegar, and pepper to the skillet. Stir constantly until the jam melts into a smooth sauce.
- Spoon the sauce over the chicken and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet (150g)
- Calories: 289
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg