Chicken Roulades With Apricot Stuffing & Apricot Nectar

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Chicken Roulades With Apricot Stuffing & Apricot Nectar recipe for a delicious entrée
in Entree

Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup peppridge farms stuffing cubes
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 tablespoon fresh basil leaf , chopped fine
2 ounces dried apricots , chopped fine
2 tablespoons raisins , chopped fine
1 tablespoon unsalted margarine
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup apricot nectar
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , see directions
2 tablespoons cornmeal
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon arrowroot

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
340
Sugar
16g
Fat
9g
Chicken Roulades With Apricot Stuffing & Apricot Nectar is a scrumptiously sweet and savory recipe that is sure to please any palate. The stuffing blends together apricots, stuffing cubes, and raisins along with a bit of onion and celery to give the chicken a sweet and tangy flavor profile. The apricot nectar and Dijon mustard sauce is the perfect complement to the stuffing and gives the dish extra moisture and flavor. This recipe is perfect for a dinner party or special occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375F.
2.Combine stuffing, onion, celery, basil, dried apricots, raisins, and margarine in a large bowl.
3.Mix chicken broth, apricot nectar, and Dijon mustard in a medium bowl.
4.Lay each chicken breast flat and pound with a meat mallet to an even thickness.
5.Spread 2-3 tablespoons of stuffing mixture evenly over the chicken breast.
6.Roll chicken tightly and secure with toothpicks.
7.Sprinkle cornmeal over the chicken roulades.
8.Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat.
9.Brown chicken roulades in skillet until golden brown. Turn once.
10.Add white wine to the skillet and bring to a boil.
11.Bake chicken roulades in oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove toothpicks before serving.

PROS

The chicken roulades are packed with flavor, thanks to the apricot stuffing and Dijon mustard sauce.

This recipe is easy to make and perfect for entertaining guests.

CONS

This recipe requires a bit of prep work with stuffing and rolling the chicken breasts, which can be time-consuming.

It may take a few tries to get the technique down pat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is rich in protein, which helps to repair and rebuild body tissues.
It also contains vitamin B6, which is important for brain development and function.
Dried apricots are a good source of dietary fiber, which helps to support digestive health.

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