A sweet and savory main dish featuring tender chicken glazed with jam and served with a side of vegetables
Jam-Glazed Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved
- 1/4 cup apricot preserves
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and black pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and brush with the apricot glaze.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Number of Calories:
This recipe is approximately 220 calories per serving.
Benefits:
This recipe is a healthy and delicious way to enjoy chicken. The apricot glaze adds sweetness and flavor, while the Dijon mustard and soy sauce add complexity. The chicken is a good source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue. The apricot preserves are a good source of vitamin A, which is important for vision and immune function.
Tips:
- You can use any type of jam or preserves that you like in this recipe. I recommend using a jam or preserves that is made with real fruit and contains no added sugar.
- If you want a spicier glaze, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
- You can also add other vegetables to the baking dish, such as broccoli, carrots, or sweet potatoes.
- To make sure that the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Main Dish
Medium 30 min 400 cal
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