This vibrant Middle Eastern chicken dish features tender boneless, skinless breasts coated in a rich glaze of apricot preserves and briny black olives. The combination of sweet fruit and salty olives creates a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exotic. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it comes together in under an hour with minimal cleanup. The sauce reduces into a glossy coating that pairs beautifully with rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables. It&# 226;ÂÂs a family-friendly meal that offers a sophisticated twist on standard chicken recipes without requiring hard-to-find ingredients.
Mr. Food’S Middle Eastern Chicken
Description
This vibrant Middle Eastern chicken dish features tender boneless, skinless breasts coated in a rich glaze of apricot preserves and briny black olives. The combination of sweet fruit and salty olives creates a complex flavor profile that is both comforting and exotic. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it comes together in under an hour with minimal cleanup. The sauce reduces into a glossy coating that pairs beautifully with rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables. It&# 226;ÂÂs a family-friendly meal that offers a sophisticated twist on standard chicken recipes without requiring hard-to-find ingredients.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
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Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate.
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In the same skillet, add apricot preserves and drained black olives.
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Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened and bubbly.
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Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the apricot olive sauce over the top.
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Cook for another 1-2 minutes to coat the chicken, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 732.6kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 87.0g134%
- Saturated Fat 46.2g231%
- Cholesterol 188.0mg63%
- Sodium 84.0mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 11.2g4%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 11.2g
- Protein 6.0g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, use pitted black olives to save prep time.
Serve over fluffy white rice or couscous to soak up the delicious glaze.
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen it.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
