Air Fryer Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts
Air Fryer Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts feature juicy, tender meat coated in a glossy apricot, ginger, and rosemary glaze that balances sweetness with a subtle zing and herbal notes. It’s a quick weeknight option that feels special enough for guests, with beautifully sliceable chicken and a bright, aromatic finish.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Air Fryer Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 31 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 51 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 62
- Heart Health
- 48
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 24
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine the apricot preserves, ginger paste, and rosemary in a small bowl, then microwave for about 20 seconds to make the preserves easier to spread.
- 2
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness and pat them dry with a paper towel. Rub with oil and season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray the basket with cooking spray and place the chicken breasts in a single layer.
- 4
Air fry for 4 minutes. Flip and rotate the chicken breasts, brush them with the apricot mixture, return the basket to the air fryer, and cook until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 8 to 12 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 5
Transfer the chicken to a plate, cover loosely with aluminum foil, and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice the chicken breasts and serve.
- Calories 65.62 kcal Low Source 3%
- Protein 3.46 g Low Source 7%
- Carbohydrate 9.78 g 4%
- Total Fat 1.56 g Low Source 2%
- Saturated Fat 0.17 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 8.79 mg Low Source 3%
- Sodium 19.52 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.1 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 6.06 g --
- Added Sugars 0.05 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 1.31 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.12 mg Low Source 1%
- Potassium 8.16 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 0.29 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.11 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Air Fryer Apricot Glazed Chicken Breasts is made with 6 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 25 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Apricot Preserves, Chicken Breast, Fresh Rosemary, and Ginger Paste. Each serving provides about 65.62 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Air Fryer Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts made of?
- The main ingredients are Apricot Preserves, Chicken Breast, Fresh Rosemary, Ginger Paste, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Air Fryer Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts?
- About 25 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 65.62 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Air Fryer Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Air Fryer Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts healthy?
- Air Fryer Apricot-Glazed Chicken Breasts has an easyChef Pro health score of 30/100. Per serving, it provides 65.62 calories and 3.46 g of protein, or 7% of the Daily Value. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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