Sweet and Sticky 3-Ingredient Apricot Chicken with Cauliflower Rice
Sweet and Sticky 3-Ingredient Apricot Chicken with Cauliflower Rice is a delightful weeknight meal that combines tender chicken with a luscious apricot glaze, served over fluffy cauliflower rice. With just three main ingredients, this dish offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it a family favorite. Easy to prepare, it’s ideal for busy nights or gatherings, allowing you to impress your guests without breaking a sweat in the kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup apricot jam (preferably pure, without preservatives)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (or 4 cups pre-riced cauliflower)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish; season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix apricot jam and soy sauce until smooth; pour over the chicken.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Meanwhile, pulse cauliflower florets in a food processor until rice-sized. Sauté in olive oil over medium heat for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Serve chicken over cauliflower rice, drizzling any leftover glaze on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with 1 cup cauliflower rice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute apricot jam with peach or pineapple preserves for a unique flavor twist. Add garlic powder or ginger to the glaze for an extra kick. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.