Sweet-and-Sour Chicken-Apricot Skewers

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Sweet-and-Sour Chicken-Apricot Skewers
45 min.
4
265kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and unique dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, look no further than these Sweet-and-Sour Chicken-Apricot Skewers! Ideal for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it's also a sensory delight that will surely impress your family and friends.

Each bite offers a tantalizing combination of tender chicken marinated in a luscious sweet apricot jam sauce, complemented by succulent dried apricots and zesty lemon slices. The subtle heat from the cayenne adds an unexpected kick that elevates the dish, taking it from ordinary to extraordinary. Plus, the vibrant colors and appealing presentation of skewered ingredients make this meal as beautiful as it is tasty!

In just 45 minutes, you can prepare a feast that contains only 265 calories per serving—perfect for those mindful of their diet. Whether you're grilling on the patio or broiling in the oven, these skewers are incredibly easy to make and are sure to become a favorite go-to recipe. So grab your skewers and let’s embark on a culinary adventure, bringing a bit of sweetness and a touch of sophistication to your dining table!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup apricot preserves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon cayenne 
  • 0.5 cup apricots dried
  • 0.5 teaspoon basil dried
  • 10 oz lemons 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  • 1.5 tablespoons soya sauce 
  • pound boned 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave
  • skewers
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat jam in a microwave oven at full power (100%) until melted, 30 to 45 seconds. Stir in soy sauce, basil, and cayenne.
  2. Rinse lemons and cut crosswise into 1/8-inch-thick slices. Discard ends and any seeds.
  3. Rinse chicken and pat dry; cut into 1-inch pieces.
  4. Thread 2 pieces of chicken onto an 8- to 10-inch-long skewer. Fold 1 lemon slice around 1 dried apricot and thread onto skewer through both sides of lemon slice. Repeat to fill 4 skewers equally. Set skewers on a rack in a foil-lined 10- by 13-inch broiler pan.
  5. Brush jam mixture generously all over chicken and fruit.
  6. Broil about 4 inches from heat, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in the center (cut to test), 8 to 10 minutes total. If desired, set pan over high heat, add any remaining jam mixture, and stir, scraping up browned bits, until boiling; pour into a small bowl and serve with meat.
  7. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts

Calories265kcal
Protein37.57%
Fat10.66%
Carbs51.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.48
Glycemic Load
4.24
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
17.018260789954%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.09mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
15.14mg
Hesperetin
19.77mg
Naringenin
0.39mg
Luteolin
1.35mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.35mg
Quercetin
0.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:265.3kcal
13.26%
Fat:3.33g
5.12%
Saturated Fat:0.68g
4.27%
Carbohydrates:36.33g
12.11%
Net Carbohydrates:32.94g
11.98%
Sugar:23.41g
26.02%
Cholesterol:72.57mg
24.19%
Sodium:717.39mg
31.19%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.37g
52.73%
Vitamin B3:12.61mg
63.07%
Selenium:37.59µg
53.7%
Vitamin C:41.79mg
50.65%
Vitamin B6:0.95mg
47.67%
Phosphorus:271.38mg
27.14%
Potassium:748.81mg
21.39%
Vitamin B5:1.87mg
18.67%
Vitamin A:748.83IU
14.98%
Fiber:3.39g
13.58%
Magnesium:45.32mg
11.33%
Iron:1.71mg
9.48%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.35%
Copper:0.15mg
7.73%
Vitamin E:1.11mg
7.43%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.19%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.86%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.49%
Calcium:43.4mg
4.34%
Folate:15.99µg
4%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%
Vitamin K:2.97µg
2.83%
Source:My Recipes