How to Make Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts - A Step-by-Step Guide

Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of juicy chicken breasts and tangy apricot glaze creates a savory and sweet flavor profile that is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Whether you are cooking for a family dinner or entertaining guests, this recipe is a great option that is both impressive and simple to prepare.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup white wine
  • ½ cup apricot jam
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup Spanish olives, drained and sliced
  • ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ⅓ cup red wine vinegar
  • ⅓ cup drained capers
  • ⅓ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon caper brine, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 4 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix white wine, apricot jam, jam, brown sugar, olives, 1/3 cup olive oil, red wine vinegar, capers, cilantro, garlic, and caper brine in a large bowl.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken breasts until browned, about 1 1/2 minutes per side. Do not overcook.
  • Arrange chicken in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour apricot-olive mixture on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    724 cal.

    • Total Fat: 33g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 117mg
    • Sodium: 1043mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 57g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 45g
    • Protein: 45g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 81mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 451mg