Pan-Seared Chicken With Apricot Glaze

• tablespoon olive oil↗1 tablespoon
• boneless skinless chicken breast halves↗4
• salt, to taste↗
• pepper, to taste↗
• cup apricot jam↗1⁄2 cup
• tablespoon water↗1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook; undisturbed, for 5 minutes. Carefully flip the chicken pieces and continue cooking another 4 to 5 minutes, or until chicken is browned and cooked through.

2. 2

   Meanwhile, combine the jam and water in a small saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring, just until warmed. Spoon over the seared chicken breasts and serve immediately.

3. 3

   Makes 4 servings.

4. 4

   You can also spoon the glaze over hot grilled chicken breasts.