Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 pounds chicken legs or thighs
Apricot Glaze
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 1 cup Russian dressing (or French dressing)
- 1 (1 ounce) packet dry onion soup mix
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even cooking throughout the baking process.
- Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken pieces evenly in a baking dish, making sure they are spaced for uniform cooking.
- Mix Glaze: In a separate bowl, thoroughly combine the apricot jam, Russian (or French) dressing, and dry onion soup mix until a smooth glaze forms.
- Coat Chicken: Pour the apricot glaze mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated to infuse maximum flavor.
- Bake: Bake the chicken uncovered for 50-60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), and the chicken is cooked through with a slightly caramelized glaze on top.
Notes
- You can substitute Russian dressing with French dressing if unavailable.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted with chicken legs or bone-in breasts for variation.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking.
- For a thicker glaze, you can reduce the sauce on the stovetop before pouring it over the chicken.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
