APRICOT-LEMON CHICKEN

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Chicken spread with an apricot and lemon sauce is elegant enough for company and a snap to make. I got this recipe in college and have used it to woo my friends and family ever since. It is very healthy as well, so it is something I can add to my regular menu rotation. -Kendra Doss, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/3 cup apricot spreadable fruit
2 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. Combine the curry powder, salt and pepper; sprinkle over chicken. , In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 5-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove to a serving plate; keep warm., Add the spreadable fruit, water and lemon juice to the pan; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until syrupy. Serve over chicken; sprinkle with lemon zest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 377mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges