Best 6 Pineapple And Apricot Skillet Chicken Recipes

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Pineapple and apricot skillet chicken is a mouthwatering dish that combines the tangy sweetness of pineapple and apricots with the savory flavor of chicken. This flavorful dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dinner. The chicken is cooked in a skillet until golden brown, then simmered in a sauce made with pineapple, apricots, and a hint of ginger. The result is a succulent and flavorful chicken dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PINEAPPLE AND APRICOT SKILLET CHICKEN



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Tender chicken is paired with tangy pineapples and sweet apricots for a truly Caribbean taste. Serve over jasmine rice or couscous.

Provided by ALYSSAF1

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 fresh apricots, pitted and diced
1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon orange zest
½ cup dark rum
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon onion powder
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 pinch ground white pepper
salt to taste
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Place the pineapple and its juice and the apricots into a blender or food processor, and puree until smooth.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken into the skillet, and sprinkle with lemon juice. Cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir the butter and orange zest into the skillet, then when the butter is melted, pour in the rum. Carefully light with a match, and let the mixture burn until the flame goes out. Stir in the blended pineapple and apricot mixture, brown sugar, onion powder, ginger, salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the red and yellow bell peppers, and simmer until the peppers are hot, but still crisp. Remove from heat, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.9 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 79.6 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 27.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 88.9 mg, Sugar 23.8 g

HOT-AND-SWEET APRICOT CHICKEN



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Chicken, chili oil, crushed red pepper, juicy canned apricots, pineapple and more come together for a succulent supper.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (15 1/4 ounces) apricot halves in juice, drained and juice reserved
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon five-spice powder
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 teaspoons chili or vegetable oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 2x1/4-inch slices
1 tablespoon finely chopped gingerroot
1 pound asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 medium green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (8 ounces) pineapple chunks in juice, drained
6 cups hot cooked brown rice

Steps:

  • Chop apricots. Mix reserved juice, the cornstarch, five-spice powder, soy sauce and red pepper.
  • Heat wok or 12-inch skillet over high heat. Add oil; rotate wok to coat side. Add chicken and gingerroot; stir-fry about 2 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Add asparagus and onions; stir-fry about 2 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender.
  • Stir in juice mixture, apricots and pineapple. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 66 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 115 mg

SPICY PINEAPPLE-APRICOT CHICKEN



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My girlfriend and I made this one night when we were hungry and wanted to try making something. It turned out amazing and everyone loved it. Duplicated it for my parents a few weeks later and my dad stole the leftover for his work refrigerator! Pretty simple and easy to make as well. The spiciness is vague in the recipe because we added whatever hot sauces we could find until we got a good heat/taste ratio.

Provided by Jewbilee

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 chicken breast fillets
1 cup pineapple jam
1 cup apricot jam
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup sliced almonds
hot sauce or chili pepper, for heat
salt and pepper
olive oil
rosemary sprig

Steps:

  • Mix the Pineapple and Apricot jams with the garlic, soy sauce, Dijon mustard and almonds in a medium sized bowl. Add hot sauces or peppers to taste for your heat preference.
  • Brush the chicken with some olive oil and sprinkle with rosemary and grill/broil for 6 to 7 minutes on each side.
  • Brush each side of the now somewhat cooked chicken with the pineapple/apricot glaze and allow both sides to cook until done (another 4 to 5 minutes).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.1, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 645.2, Carbohydrate 111.3, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 69.2, Protein 4.8

SPICY APRICOT-GLAZED CHICKEN



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Save yourself a trip to the store and check the fridge first. Chicken turns sweet and hot when you pull out the chili sauce, mustard and apricot preserves. -Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/3 cup apricot preserves
1/4 cup chili sauce
1 tablespoon hot mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. In a small saucepan, combine the first five ingredients; cook and stir over medium heat until heated through., Place chicken in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Broil 3-4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 165°, 6-8 minutes on each side. Brush occasionally with preserves mixture during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CRISPY APRICOT CHICKEN



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Briana Roell's tasty chicken has a crispy coating flecked with minced fresh parsley. The Indianapolis, Indiana cook drizzles a simple fruit sauce on top for a refreshing main course.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
6 tablespoons butter, melted, divided
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup apricot preserves
2 tablespoons orange juice

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; set aside. Pour 5 tablespoons butter into a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, combine biscuit mix and parsley. Dip chicken in butter, then coat with biscuit mixture. , In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil and remaining butter over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or no longer pink., Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine preserves and orange juice. Cover and microwave on high for 30-40 seconds or until preserves are melted; stir until combined. Drizzle over chicken; cook for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 29g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 589mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

PINEAPPLE SKILLET CHICKEN



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Make and share this Pineapple Skillet Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Nurslinda

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 1/2 cups low-fat chicken broth
1 (14 ounce) can pineapple chunks in juice, undrained
1 1/2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
3/4 cup carrot, finely chopped
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/3 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
3/4 cup chopped green onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray a large saucepan or skillet with nonstick spray.
  • Add chicken cubes.
  • Cook over medium-high heat until chicken is no longer pink inside.
  • Add remaining ingredients (except green onions, if using).
  • Stir well.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  • During last five minutes of cooking time, stir in green onions (if using).
  • Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe pineapple and apricots. This will give your dish the best flavor.
  • If you don't have fresh pineapple, you can use canned pineapple. Just be sure to drain it well before using.
  • You can also use dried apricots in this recipe. Just be sure to soak them in hot water for about 15 minutes before using.
  • If you don't have a skillet, you can use a large frying pan.
  • Be careful not to overcook the chicken. Chicken is best when it is cooked through but still moist.
  • Serve this dish with your favorite sides. Some good options include rice, pasta, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This pineapple and apricot skillet chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the pineapple and apricots add a sweet and tangy flavor. This dish is sure to please the whole family.

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