Best 5 Apricot Salsa Chicken Recipes
**Apricot Salsa Chicken: A Sweet and Savory Dish to Satisfy Your Taste Buds**
Apricot salsa chicken is a delectable dish that combines the sweetness of apricots with the zesty flavors of a homemade salsa. This culinary creation is bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, making it a feast for both the eyes and the palate. The tender chicken is marinated in a mixture of spices and herbs, then grilled or baked to perfection. The apricot salsa, made with fresh apricots, tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, adds a burst of sweetness and a touch of heat to the dish. Served with a side of rice or your favorite grilled vegetables, apricot salsa chicken is a delightful meal that is perfect for any occasion. This article provides three variations of apricot salsa chicken recipes, each with a unique twist. From the classic grilled apricot salsa chicken to the tangy apricot salsa chicken with lime and honey, and the flavorful apricot salsa chicken with roasted red peppers, there's a recipe here to tantalize every taste bud.
APRICOT SALSA CHICKEN
In an unusual but tongue-tingling combination, apricots and salsa smother pieces of chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce in this recipe by Grace Yaskovic of Branchville, New Jersey.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine the first four ingredients in large bowl; add chicken in batches. Turn to coat. , In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in oil until a thermometer reads 165°. Stir in the salsa, preserves and nectar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until sauce thickens, 2 minutes. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 779mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
APRICOT-ORANGE SALSA CHICKEN
Sweet oranges and apricots blend perfectly with zippy salsa in this five-ingredient entree. Keep the heat to your liking with mild, medium or hot salsa. Served over rice, it's a dinner we've enjoyed time and again. -LaDonna Reed, Ponca City, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the salsa, preserves and orange juice. In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker coated with cooking spray, layer 1/3 cup salsa mixture and a chicken breast. Repeat layers. Top with remaining salsa mixture. , Cover and cook on low until chicken is tender, 2-1/2 to 3 hours. If desired, thicken pan juices. Serve with rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 31g protein.
APRICOT SALSA CHICKEN
Although I already have a posted recipe similar to this one, this one is a bit more on the spicy side! It comes from Taste of Home Best Ever Chicken Cookbook 2009!
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine flour, salt, pepper & paprika, mixing well.
- Add chicken, 2-3 at a time, sealing the bag & shaking to coat.
- In a large skillet, heat oil, then cook chicken over medium heat until browned on each side, then drain oil from skillet.
- Stir in salsa, preserves & nectar, then bring to boil.
- Reduce heat & simmer, uncovered for 15 minutes or until sauce thickens & a meat thermometer reads 170 degrees F.
- Serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 916.8, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 922.7, Carbohydrate 162.6, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 41, Protein 37.7
CHICKEN WITH APRICOT SALSA
Pulled this recipe from a cookbook about 15 years ago, but unfortunately don't recall the title of the book.
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In hot oil, over medium heat, saute onion 3 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, apricots, apricot preserves, cinnamon, cilantro, ginger, salt & pepper.
- Bring to boil, then reduce heat & simmer 20-30 minutes until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Keep salsa warm, & when ready to serve, discard cinnamon stick.
- Meantime, broil chicken 4"-6" from heat for 18-23 minutes, or until meat is fork tender & juices run clear, turning once, halfway through broiling.
- Meantime, also prepare rice.
- To serve, top rice with chicken breasts, then spoon salsa over chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 441.6, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 336.5, Carbohydrate 70.2, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 20.7, Protein 32.4
APRICOT SALSA GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD
Add sizzle to dinner salad with chicken hot off the grill and a peppy fruit salsa.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Reserve 2 tablespoons of the orange juice; set aside. In 1-quart saucepan, heat apricots and remaining orange juice to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 3 to 5 minutes or until most of the orange juice is absorbed. Cool 15 minutes. In small bowl, mix reserved 2 tablespoons orange juice, the preserves and oil. Stir in apricot mixture and remaining salsa ingredients.
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. Brush chicken with oil; sprinkle with garlic salt. Place chicken on grill. Cover grill; cook over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Cut chicken into 1/2-inch slices.
- Divide salad greens among 4 plates. Top with chicken and salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 340, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 34 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 20 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cut chicken breasts or thighs.
- If you don't have apricot preserves, you can substitute peach preserves or orange marmalade.
- If you like a spicier salsa, add a jalapeño pepper to the salsa.
- Serve the chicken with rice, quinoa, or tortilla shells.
- Garnish the chicken with fresh cilantro or parsley.
Conclusion:
Apricot Salsa Chicken is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. The chicken is juicy and tender, and the salsa is sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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