Mel’s Russian Chicken Dish

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 3

Mel's Russian Chicken Dish is a flavorful and sweet main course with a unique blend of ingredients.

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
	1 envelope onion soup mix
	1/2 cup hot water
	8 ounces orange marmalade ( or apricot preserves )
	1 can mandarin oranges ( drained )
	1 can pineapple chunks , in juice ( drained )
	8 ounces Russian salad dressing ( if you can not find use Catalina Dressing )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

25g

Fat

Mel's Russian Chicken Dish is a unique and flavorful way to enjoy chicken. The combination of onion soup mix, orange marmalade, mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, and Russian salad dressing creates a sweet and tangy sauce that pairs well with the tender chicken breasts. While the dish may not be the healthiest option due to the added sugar, it is a great way to switch up your usual chicken recipe and impress your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together onion soup mix and hot water.
3.	Add marmalade, mandarin oranges, pineapple chunks, and Russian salad dressing. Mix well.
4.	Place chicken breasts in a baking dish.
5.	Pour mixture over chicken, making sure it is coated evenly.
6.	Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is a simple and delicious way to prepare chicken.
It is also budget-friendly and can be made ahead of time.

CONS

The sweetness of the dish may not be suitable for everyone’s taste.
Additionally, the dish may not be ideal for those who are watching their sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a great source of protein and is low in fat. However, the addition of the marmalade and Russian salad dressing may increase the amount of sugar and calories in the dish.