Chicken And French Dressing Recipe
Chicken And French Dressing Recipe is a quick, flavorful recipe made with boneless chicken breasts, French dressing, apricot preserves, and dry onion soup mix. The ingredients are combined and poured over the chicken, then baked until juicy and tender. The sweet and tangy sauce caramelizes beautifully, creating a rich glaze. It's a simple, crowd-pleasing dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs well with rice, potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Baking dish or oven-safe skillet
- Knife and cutting board
- Whisk or spoon for mixing
- Aluminum foil (optional)
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup French salad dressing
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 packet about 1 oz dry onion soup mix
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the French dressing, Dijon mustard, dry onion soup mix, minced garlic, and honey. Stir well until fully blended.
- Season the chicken breasts on both sides with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a greased baking dish. Pour the dressing mixture evenly over the chicken, coating each piece thoroughly.
- Cover loosely with aluminum foil (optional for juicier chicken) and bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 75°C).
- Remove from the oven, let rest for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
