Sweet and Sticky 3-Ingredient Apricot Chicken with Cauliflower Rice
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Sweet and Sticky 3-Ingredient Apricot Chicken with Cauliflower Rice. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken glazed in a luscious apricot sauce, served over fluffy cauliflower rice for a guilt-free meal. Perfect for family dinners or weeknight get-togethers, this recipe will fill your kitchen with delightful aromas and create lasting memories around the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 cups cauliflower rice (steamed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and place the chicken breasts inside. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine apricot jam and soy sauce; stir until blended.
- Pour the apricot mixture evenly over the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken bakes, steam cauliflower rice according to package instructions.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve over cauliflower rice, drizzling with any remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with 1/2 cup cauliflower rice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken overnight. Feel free to substitute apricot jam with peach or mango preserves. Add spices like garlic powder or ginger for an additional kick.