Fantastique Chicken(Microwave)

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Juicy microwave-cooked chicken glazed with sweet apricot jam and savory onion soup, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with rich flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 3 lb. whole frying chicken or breasts
  • 8 oz. French or Russian dressing
  • 11 oz. pkg. dried onion soup mix
  • 10 oz. jar apricot jam (optional)

Instructions

  1. Puncture the skin of the chicken in a few places.
  2. Place the chicken in a glass microwave-safe bowl, breast side down.
  3. Do not seal the bowl during cooking.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

67 kcal 3% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 0.6g 1% DV
Total Fat 1g 1% DV
Carbs 14.3g 5% DV
Fiber 0.4g 2% DV
Sugar 7.6g 15% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 348mg 15% DV
Potassium 46.3mg 1% DV
Cholesterol 1.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 6.8mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 8.1mg 9% DV
Calcium 12.3mg 1% DV
Iron 0.2mg 1% DV
Diet fit Low-carb Under 400 cal Low-fat

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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