ALMOND-APRICOT CHICKEN WITH MINT PESTO

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This delicious chicken dinner relies on sweet apricots, savory goat cheese, and crunchy almonds for its flavorful center.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (6 ounces each)
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 ounces goat cheese
4 dried apricots, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (3 tablespoons)
Salt and fresh ground pepper
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon olive oil
Mint Pesto

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cut a slit in one side of each chicken breast to create a pocket about 4 inches long.
  • In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup almonds with the goat cheese and apricots. Stuff each breast with 1/4 of the mixture. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  • On a plate, combine breadcrumbs and remaining 1/4 cup almonds. Dip each breast into egg, then dredge in breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Transfer to oven; bake until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Serve hot with pesto on the side.

emon emon1234
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This recipe is a fail. The chicken was dry and the pesto was bland. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Freelancer sabbir
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this recipe was a disaster. The chicken was undercooked and the pesto was inedible. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Elizabeth Katiyo
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This recipe was a waste of time and money. The chicken was tough and the pesto was flavorless. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Norge LChaviano
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken was dry and overcooked. The pesto was also bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


Waseem Badami
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This dish was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto was delicious. I would recommend using less apricot preserves next time.


sanam Limbu
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I loved this recipe! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto was so flavorful. I served it over rice and it was the perfect meal.


Shekinah Kabongo
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. The chicken was moist and tender, and the pesto was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


whitney bosibori
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the pesto is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe!


Mahi
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This dish is a great combination of sweet and savory. The chicken is cooked perfectly and the pesto is delicious. I would recommend serving it with a side of roasted vegetables.


Rabia Richards
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the pesto is so flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chicken and apricots.


Rex Chris
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the pesto was incredibly flavorful. I served it over rice and it was the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Altaf Aslam
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the pesto was delicious. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for an easy and impressive meal.


Shahbaz Mehmood
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out moist and flavorful. The apricot-mint pesto was a perfect complement to the chicken. I will definitely be making this dish again!