Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

0/5 checked
6
servings
0.25 cup

mayonnaise

2.25 unit

dry onion soup mix

0.5 cup

Russian salad dressing

1 cup

apricot preserves

3 unit

chicken pieces

Step 1
~9 min

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2
~9 min

Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.

Step 3
~9 min

Place chicken pieces in the prepared pan.

Step 4
~9 min

Remove the skin from the chicken for better flavor penetration (optional).

Step 5
~9 min

In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, onion soup mix, Russian salad dressing, and apricot preserves.

Step 6
~9 min

Stir the ingredients well to blend evenly.

Step 7
~9 min

Spread the mixture over the chicken pieces, coating them thoroughly.

Step 8
~9 min

Cover the pan tightly with foil or a lid.

Step 9
~9 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Step 10
~9 min

Serve hot with rice, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier chicken, remove the foil for the last 15 minutes of baking.

Marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before baking for enhanced flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled a day ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of rice or couscous.

Add a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Rice pilaf
Steamed green beans
Couscous

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family dinners
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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