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APRICOT AND LEMON CHICKEN

Serves: 4

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 chicken breasts, boneless & skinless (medium)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 5 tablespoons apricot spread (about 1/3 cup)
• 1 fresh lemon, juiced
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions:

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Rub cumin over chicken and place in skillet.
3. Cook on medium-high for 6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Remove from pan and keep warm.
4. Add apricot spread, lemon juice, and water to skillet. On medium heat, stir until smooth.
5. Spoon sauce over chicken and serve warm.

Notes:

May substitute approximately 3 Tablespoons of lemon juice for 1 fresh lemon, juiced. Could also substitute honey for apricot spread.

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