Apricot Barbecued Chicken

Total Time:Prep: 15 min. Bake: 25 min.

Recipe by Cindy Novak, Antioch, California

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Sep. 30, 2022

A sweet glaze made with apricot preserves and barbecue sauce covers these tender chicken chunks served over rice, "This is such an easy tasty recipe," promises Cindy Novak of Antioch, California. "Best of all, our son Ryan loves it."

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Apricot Barbecued Chicken

Yield:4 servings
Prep:15 min
Cook:25 min

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into large chunks
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup apricot preserves
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons onion soup mix
  • Hot cooked rice
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Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook chicken and garlic in oil until browned, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the apricot preserves, barbecue sauce, water and onion soup mix. Pour over the chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. Serve with rice.