Sun-Dried Tomato and Apricot Chicken Recipe
Overview:
Enjoy the delightful flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, apricots, and orange juice infused into tender baked chicken, complemented by a hint of balsamic vinegar. This recipe, inspired by Betty Crocker, promises a savory-sweet experience perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Serves: Not specified
Ingredients:
- 1/2 broiler-fryer chickens, cut into pieces
- 2 tsp salt
- 3 – 3 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup orange marmalade
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare Baking Dish:
- In a 9×13 inch baking dish, combine orange juice and balsamic vinegar.
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Season Chicken:
- Place the chicken pieces into the baking dish. Spoon the orange juice mixture over the chicken pieces.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Add Marmalade:
- Spread the orange marmalade evenly over the chicken pieces.
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Initial Baking:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
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Add Tomatoes and Apricots:
- After 30 minutes, baste the chicken with the pan liquid.
- Arrange the sun-dried tomatoes and apricots around the chicken pieces in the baking dish.
- Mix them gently with the pan juices.
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Sprinkle with Brown Sugar:
- Sprinkle brown sugar over the tomatoes and apricots.
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Continue Baking:
- Bake for an additional 35-40 minutes, basting the chicken with the pan juices occasionally.
- If the chicken begins to brown too quickly, loosely cover it with foil to prevent over-browning.
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Serve:
- Once cooked through and tender, remove from the oven.
- Serve hot, spooning some of the flavorful pan juices, tomatoes, and apricots over each serving.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 1087.2
- Total Fat: 59.6g
- Saturated Fat: 15.8g
- Cholesterol: 255.4mg
- Sodium: 704.4mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 73.8g
- Fiber: 6.8g
- Sugar: 53.8g
- Protein: 68.1g
Recipe Notes:
This Sun-Dried Tomato and Apricot Chicken recipe from Betty Crocker blends tangy orange flavors with the sweetness of apricots and the rich umami of sun-dried tomatoes. It’s ideal for a flavorful dinner that’s sure to impress with its unique combination of ingredients and straightforward baking method. Serve it with a side of rice or roasted vegetables to complete the meal. Enjoy the aroma and flavors that come together beautifully in this dish!