Sweet and Sticky 3-Ingredient Apricot Chicken with Cauliflower Rice
Sweet and Sticky 3-Ingredient Apricot Chicken with Cauliflower Rice is an effortless yet impressive dish that combines tender chicken glazed in a luscious apricot sauce, served atop fluffy cauliflower rice. This delightful meal bursts with sweet and savory flavors, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With minimal ingredients and simple preparation steps, you’ll have a tasty dinner on the table in no time—sure to become a new favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (or 4 cups riced cauliflower)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper; place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix together apricot jam and soy sauce until well combined.
- Pour the glaze over the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken bakes, pulse cauliflower in a food processor until it resembles rice. Sauté in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Serve the glazed chicken over cauliflower rice, drizzling extra glaze on top if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with 1 cup cauliflower rice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the apricot mixture for up to an hour before baking. - Substitute apricot jam with peach or mango preserves for a different taste experience. - Enhance your cauliflower rice by adding sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.