Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix French onion soup mix, Russian dressing, and apricot preserves until well combined.
- Place chicken pieces in a baking pan and sprinkle lightly with black pepper.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Roast uncovered in the preheated oven for 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, basting several times during cooking.
- Chicken is done when it is golden brown, cooked through, and juices run clear. Serve hot.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour – 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Servings: 4–6
- Difficulty: Easy
Variations & Substitutions
- Substitute chicken thighs with chicken drumsticks or a whole chicken cut into parts.
- Swap apricot preserves for peach or pineapple preserves for a slightly different sweetness.
- Use homemade Russian dressing if preferred, or a creamy thousand island as a substitute.
- Add a teaspoon of paprika or chili flakes to the glaze for extra depth or mild heat.
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