**Apricot and Chicken Bruschetta: A Sweet and Savory Delight**
Looking for a delightful appetizer or light meal that combines the sweet and savory flavors? Look no further than apricot and chicken bruschetta. This dish features succulent chicken, juicy apricots, tangy goat cheese, and fresh herbs, all piled atop crispy toasted baguette slices. With a perfect balance of flavors and textures, this bruschetta is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
This article provides two delectable apricot and chicken bruschetta recipes to cater to different preferences. The first recipe features a classic combination of grilled chicken, sweet apricots, creamy goat cheese, and a balsamic glaze. The second recipe takes a unique twist with succulent chicken, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, flavorful pesto, and a sprinkle of pine nuts. Both recipes are easy to follow, requiring minimal preparation and cooking time, making them ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
So, gather your ingredients, fire up your grill or stovetop, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey with these irresistible apricot and chicken bruschetta recipes. Prepare to impress your family and friends with a dish that is not only delicious but also visually appealing. Whether you prefer the classic or the sun-dried tomato and pesto variation, these bruschetta recipes are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
APRICOT CHICKEN
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat a large skillet with a lid over medium high heat. Add oil and chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Lightly brown the chicken a few minutes on each side, add onions. Cook 5 minutes. Add vinegar to the pan and let it evaporate. Add apricots and stock. When stock comes to a bubble, add preserves and stir to combine. Cover pan, reduce heat and simmer 10 to 15 minutes. Serve chicken with a sprinkle of chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calorie, Fat 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 97 milligrams, Sodium 309 milligrams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 26 grams
APRICOT CHICKEN I
Tangy, fruity chicken made in just 3 easy steps! It's great served with rice.
Provided by Shirley Rickey
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place the chicken pieces in a 4 quart casserole dish. Mix the soup mix, dressing and jam together, and pour over the chicken.
- Cover dish and bake for 1 hour in preheated oven.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 13.8 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 1134.3 mg, Sugar 44.4 g
APRICOT CHICKEN (4 INGREDIENTS)
Make and share this Apricot Chicken (4 Ingredients) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by NotQuiteVegetarian
Categories Chicken
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to around 180 degrees celsius.
- Lightly coat fillets with flour.
- Mix french onion soup mix with apricot nectar.
- Pour into casserole dish.
- Place chicken fillets into dish.
- Turn them over to make sure they're coated with nectar/soup mix.
- Bake for around 35 - 45 minutes.
- Serve with rice and steamed veg.
- Dinner's done!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.1, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.7, Sodium 1142.7, Carbohydrate 34.9, Fiber 2, Sugar 16.7, Protein 3
APRICOT AND CHICKEN BRUSCHETTA
A wonderful appetizer to prepare when you are in a hurry - use a rotisserie chicken from the deli. A Giada De Laurentiis recipe from Everyday Italian. These are so good & come together very easily! I prefer using white meat chicken but any that you like is fine. :)
Provided by Manami
Categories Ham
Time 20m
Yield 10 appetizers
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- Slice the bread into 10 slices, each about 1/2-inch thick.
- Brush the bread slices with the olive oil and arrange on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until crisp and golden.
- Cool to room temperature.
- Spread each slice of the toasted bread with the apricot preserves(already mixed with crushed red peppers) then place a slice of the cheese on top.
- Arrange the sliced chicken on top of the cheese.
- Cut each piece of prosciutto in half and place on top of the chicken.
- Transfer the bruschetta to a serving platter.
- Drizzle with the extra-virgin olive oil and serve at room temperature, that's what makes it so great! :).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.2, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 31, Sodium 135.8, Carbohydrate 15.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 9.1, Protein 9.1
APRICOT AND GORGONZOLA BRUSCHETTA
When you need a quick canapé or sweet and savory starter, try this delectable five-ingredient recipe.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Appetizer
Time 30m
Yield 22
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Set oven control to broil. Place bread slices on broiler pan or cookie sheet. Broil with tops 3 to 4 inches from heat 1 minute. Turn slices over; broil 1 minute longer.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix cheese, apricots and almonds. Top each slice of toasted bread with about 1 tablespoon cheese mixture. Broil 20 to 30 seconds or until cheese is soft. Drizzle with honey.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 190 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g
APRICOT DESSERT BRUSCHETTA
Years ago, my mother took a trip to Italy, and this recipe reminds her of the sun-kissed fruits from the orchards there. It's a lovely apricot dessert that's not overly sweet or heavy. -Deborah Biggs, Omaha, Nebraska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place bread on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for until toasted, 4-6 minutes. Cool., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine apricots, nectar and lemon peel. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature. Strain and discard liquid., Combine cheese and preserves; spread over toasted bread. Top with apricot mixture. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
QUICK APRICOT CHICKEN
This simple apricot chicken is one of my favorite dishes. Everybody just loves it and leftovers are always just as good the next day. For variation, I've used pork instead of chicken and added additional ingredients like pineapple, mandarin oranges, snow peas and broccoli. -Vicki Ruiz, Twin Falls, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a shallow microwave-safe dish, combine the first seven ingredients; stir in chicken. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes, stirring once. , Add green pepper and cashews. Cover and microwave on high for 2-4 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, stirring once. Let stand for 3 minutes. Serve with rice and if desired, sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 391 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 673mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.
Tips:
- Choose ripe, juicy apricots. This will ensure that your bruschetta is flavorful and sweet.
- Use a good quality balsamic vinegar. A high-quality balsamic vinegar will add a rich, complex flavor to your bruschetta.
- Don't overcrowd the bruschetta. You want to make sure that each piece of bread has a chance to soak up the flavors of the toppings.
- Serve the bruschetta immediately. This is when it is at its best, with the bread still crispy and the toppings fresh and flavorful.
Conclusion:
Apricot and chicken bruschetta is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and savory flavors, this bruschetta is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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