This Russian Style Barbecued Chicken is a nostalgic comfort food classic that blends sweet apricot preserves with the tangy kick of Russian dressing. The chicken becomes incredibly tender as it bakes slowly in a savory onion-scented broth. The glaze caramelizes slightly, creating a sticky, flavorful coating that pairs perfectly with the juicy meat. It 226;ÂÂs an easy, one-dish meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe delivers bold, home-style flavors without the hassle of grilling. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
Russian Style Barbecued Chicken
Description
This Russian Style Barbecued Chicken is a nostalgic comfort food classic that blends sweet apricot preserves with the tangy kick of Russian dressing. The chicken becomes incredibly tender as it bakes slowly in a savory onion-scented broth. The glaze caramelizes slightly, creating a sticky, flavorful coating that pairs perfectly with the juicy meat. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy, one-dish meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe delivers bold, home-style flavors without the hassle of grilling. Serve it alongside mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 300ðF (150ðC).
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Cut the fryer chicken into quarters or desired pieces.
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Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in a Corning Ware or oven-safe baking dish.
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Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
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Sprinkle the onion soup mix evenly over the chicken.
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Spoon the apricot preserves over the chicken, dabbing it on to coat the pieces.
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Pour the Russian dressing over the chicken and preserves.
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Pour the water into the bottom of the dish.
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Cover the dish tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.
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Bake for 2 hours, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 36.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.6g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.3g2%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 127.5mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 5.0g2%
- Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
- Sugars 2.1g
- Protein 0.3g1%
* 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 a thicker sauce, remove the lid for the last 15-20 minutes of baking to allow the glaze to reduce and caramelize.
Russian dressing can be homemade by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, and horseradish, or purchased pre-made.
This dish reheats well. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
You can substitute the fryer chicken with bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts for a similar result.