Sweet and Spicy Glazed Chicken

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From the Pampered Chef. The jam and chili are perfect together.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup apricot jam
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1 garlic clove, pressed
  • 1 tbsp snipped fresh cilantro

Preparation

Step 1

1. Place jam in Small Batter Bowl. Microwave on HIGH 30-40 seconds or until melted; add lime juice and jalapeño pepper. Whisk until well blended; set glaze aside.

2. Combine chili powder and salt. Flatten chicken to an even thickness using flat side of Meat Tenderizer. Rub garlic over chicken; sprinkle evenly with chili powder mixture.

3. Heat (12-in./30 cm) Skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Lightly spray skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add chicken to skillet; cook 5-7 minutes; turn. Cook an additional 5-7 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center, brushing evenly with glaze using Chef's Silicone Basting Brush. Sprinkle with cilantro.