Chicken With Apricot Jam

Kkikii's Note:

This is a really easy, sweet, savory dish. When I first made it I was surprised by the flavor of the sauce. I served it over rice with veggies on the side. I can definately see making a lot of the sauce and using it in a stir fry. Next time I make this, I might try a different flavor jam, just to see what happens. :) I originally found the recipe on WebMD, and they sourced it from The Art Institute of New York City.

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 (15 ounce) jar apricot jam
• ¼ cup soy sauce (I used a gluten free soy sauce)
• salt and pepper
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds (can use black, white, or both)
• 2 scallions , cleaned and sliced for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Salt and pepper the chicken. Put them in the baking dish and bake for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.
3. In a saucepan, mix the apricot jam and soy sauce. Bring the mix to a boil and then lower the heat. Simmer for 5 minutes. If you want a thicker sauce, let it simmer for longer.
4. Pour the mix over the cooked chicken. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and garnish with sliced scallions.