Chicken with spinach and mustard-apricot sauce
4 servings
25 minutes
Chicken with spinach and mustard-apricot sauce is a refined dish of Italian cuisine that combines the sweetness of apricots, the spiciness of mustard, and the tenderness of chicken meat. The roots of this recipe trace back to the traditions of combining fruity and spicy notes in Mediterranean gastronomy. The sauce made from apricot jam, Dijon mustard, and chicken broth creates a harmonious balance of flavors, transforming ordinary chicken into an exquisite treat. Spinach sautéed in olive oil and lemon juice adds freshness and a slight tanginess that perfectly complements the aromatic meat. This dish is suitable for both everyday dinners and festive tables, adding richness and sophistication to the meal. The chicken soaked in sauce becomes juicy while the spinach serves as an ideal garnish, making each serving unforgettable.
1
Pound the chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Chicken breast: 2 pieces
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Heat the oil and fry for 6-8 minutes on both sides. Add the chicken, add 1 tbsp of oil, and fry the chopped onion. Then add apricot jam, broth, and mustard. Heat, stir, and place the chicken pieces in the pan. Reduce the heat to low and mix the chicken with the sauce.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Onion: 1 head
- Apricot jam: 4 tablespoons
- Chicken broth: 0.3 glass
- Dijon mustard: 1 tablespoon
- Chicken breast: 2 pieces
3
Sauté the spinach in the remaining oil. Add salt, drizzle with lemon juice, and mix.
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Spinach: 1 bunch
- Salt: to taste
- Lemon: 0.5 piece