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

Aqsa Aqsa
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend it!


Christine Isom
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sauce is flavorful and the chicken is tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Erik Blomberg
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a hit with the whole family.


Brandi Szekely
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I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Rajmohan Raj
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. The sauce was also very tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


Jada Nicholson
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always delicious. I love that it's a one-pot meal, too.


YOLANDA CRAWFORD
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This is a great recipe! The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Riad mamun
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I made this dish last night and it was really good! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


FKS FotisKill
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This dish is a great way to add some variety to your weeknight meals. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the sauce is sweet and tangy. I served it over rice and it was a hit with the whole family.


Stuart Augie
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is delicious. I highly recommend it!


okuhle pitsha
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. The sauce is flavorful and the chicken is tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Laura Rangel
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to make. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a hit with the whole family.


Shaffan Ali
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I made this dish for my family last night and they loved it! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Mukesh Kshetri
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This was a great recipe! I followed it exactly and the chicken turned out perfectly. The sauce was also very tasty. I will definitely be making this again.


Umar King12
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always delicious. I love that it's a one-pot meal, too.


Matt Hampton
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I highly recommend it!


Funny and Tom Jery and Fun
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I made this dish last night and it was a huge success! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Rebecca Mbali
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This apricot chicken is a delicious and easy dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is sweet and tangy. I served it over rice, and it was a hit with the whole family.