Express
Apricot-Glazed Chicken
with zucchini and rice pilaf
Prep & Cook Time: 20-30 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Almonds), Milk, Sesame
- Calorie-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
- Gluten-Smart
Chef
Hannah Fenton
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In Your Box (serves 4)
- 20 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 16 oz. Cooked White Rice
- 2 Zucchini
- 1½ oz. Apricot Preserves
- 1½ oz. Dried Apricots
- 1 oz. Roasted Sliced Almonds
- 1 oz. Crumbled Feta Cheese
- 0.9 oz. Butter
- ⅘ oz. Lemon Garlic Butter
- 1 tsp. Garlic Salt
- ½ tsp. Za'atar Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories560
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Carbohydrates48g
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Net Carbs44g
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Fat23g
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Protein37g
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Sodium1360mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Pepper
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 2 Microwave-Safe Bowls
- 2 Large Non-Stick Pans
- 1 Microwave
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken breasts, follow same instructions.
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If using sirloin steaks, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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1 Cook the Chicken
Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with garlic salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper.
Place a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.Add chicken to hot pan. Cook until browned and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 5-7 minutes per side.Remove from burner.While chicken cooks, continue recipe. -
2 Cook the Zucchini
Trim zucchini ends, halve lengthwise, and cut into 1/2” half-moons.
Place another large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 2 tsp. olive oil.Add zucchini and 1/4 tsp. salt to hot pan. Stir occasionally until slightly browned and tender, 5-7 minutes.Remove from burner. Stir in a pinch of salt and za'atar seasoning until combined.While zucchini cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Make the Rice Pilaf
Carefully massage rice in bag to break up any clumps and remove from packaging.
Place rice in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave uncovered until heated through, 3-4 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave. Rest, 2 minutes.Stir in softened lemon garlic butter, dried apricots, almonds, and 1/4 tsp. salt until combined. Fluff rice with a fork. -
4 Make Sauce and Finish Dish
In another microwave-safe bowl, combine apricot preserves and plain butter.
Microwave uncovered until butter is melted, 20-30 seconds.Carefully remove from microwave and stir to combine.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping chicken with sauce and garnishing zucchini with cheese. Slice chicken, if desired. Bon appétit!
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