4 INGREDIENT SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN
When it comes to cooking, simplicity often brings out the best flavors. 4 INGREDIENT SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN is a prime example of this. With just four main ingredients, you can create a delectable dish that’s sure to impress. In this article, we’ll take you through the steps to prepare this scrumptious meal and explore some FAQs to ensure your cooking experience is smooth and enjoyable.
Ingredients:
To get started, let’s gather the key ingredients for our 4 INGREDIENT SWEET AND TANGY CHICKEN:
| Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Chicken thighs (bone-in and with skin preferred) | 8 pieces |
| Dry French onion soup mix | 1 package |
| Russian dressing (Wishbone Russian dressing is recommended) | 1 8 oz bottle |
| Apricot preserves | 1 small jar or about a cupful |
These simple yet flavorful ingredients are the heart of our dish. Now, let’s move on to the instructions to create this sweet and tangy masterpiece.
Instructions:
- Begin by mixing all the ingredients, except the chicken, in a bowl. This forms the savory and sweet sauce that will transform your chicken.
- Take the chicken pieces, ensuring they are bone-in and with the skin for the best results, and place them in a baking pan. Sprinkle a touch of pepper over the chicken; no extra salt is needed, thanks to the savory onion soup mix.
- Carefully pour the sauce you prepared earlier over the chicken, making sure each piece is well coated. This sauce will infuse your chicken with a sweet and tangy flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and roast the chicken uncovered for approximately 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked. During the cooking process, be sure to baste the chicken several times to maintain its rich flavor and moisture. Your finished dish will have a delightful golden-brown glaze, like the picture-perfect example below:
