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Apricot Almond Chicken
The Apricot Almond Chicken recipe is one of the healthy recipes that Taste of Home has to offer. It is complimented by the fresh and sweet apricot sauce that will have you craving for more. This easy to make chicken recipe is great for all occasions including family gatherings or your next meal.
Ingredients:
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup sliced almonds
Hot cooked rice
Directions:
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, mustard, garlic, pepper and 1/2 cup oil. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
Drain and discard marinade from chicken. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook chicken in remaining oil for 8-10 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and broth until smooth. Stir in the preserves, butter and reserved marinade. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Spoon over chicken; sprinkle with almonds. Serve with rice.
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