CHEESE STUFFED CHICKEN WITH APRICOT SAUCE

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A posted recipe request, sent me to a folder of recipes from our 1980's Gourmet Group. It was great to rediscover this easy, delicious way to transform chicken into a party dish

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 boneless chicken breasts, with skin on
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese (or the cheese you prefer - cheddar, romano, swiss)
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup apricot nectar
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons apple brandy
6 dried apricots, chopped
chopped chives or parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine remaining ingredients, except butter.
  • Using your finger, carefully separate skin from flesh, leaving one side attached.
  • Lift unattached skin and spoon 1/6 of stuffing between skin and chicken, smooth and close opening with a toothpick.
  • Place skin side up in a shallow baking dish, brush with melted butter and bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
  • Meanwhile prepare the sauce:.
  • In a sauce pan combine chicken broth, apricot nectar and cornstarch, cook and stir until thickened and bubbly.
  • Add brandy and chopped apricots, cook 2 minutes more.
  • To serve, pour sauce over chicken and garnish with chopped chives or parsley.

Ndeta Larissa
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This dish was amazing! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the apricot sauce was to die for. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Galib Rony
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste, but it was still good.


Yamileth Alanis
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I would give this dish a 10/10! It was so easy to make and it tasted amazing. The chicken was moist and juicy, and the apricot sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Nma Nightingale
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This dish was okay, but I've had better.


lion heart
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I made this dish for my friends and they all loved it! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the apricot sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Dereje Demtew
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This dish was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the apricot sauce was too runny.


Lauette Alcineus
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the apricot sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.


Robin_DamianW
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This dish was a little too complicated for me, but it turned out great!


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The chicken was a bit dry, but the apricot sauce was amazing!


Zaan khan Khan
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This dish was easy to make and very tasty. The chicken was moist and tender, and the apricot sauce was tangy and sweet. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Jonathan Thomas
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The cheese-stuffed chicken was delicious, but the apricot sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste. Next time, I'll try using a different sauce.


Deja Latiker
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This dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the apricot sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


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