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A plate of glazed chicken breast served with rice and broccoli, a perfect easy dinner recipe.

Easy Dinner Recipes in 25 Minutes: Weeknight Winner

This recipe is designed for busy individuals and families seeking quick and delicious dinner options that can be prepared in 25 minutes or less. It's perfect for those with tight weeknight schedules who want nutritious meals without extensive cooking or meal prep.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 chicken breast halves
Course: Dinner
Calories: 261
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil
  • 1/4 cup Catalina salad dressing
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons onion soup mix
  • 1 tablespoon grape jelly
  • Minced fresh parsley optional

Equipment

  • Large nonstick skillet
  • Shallow baking dish
  • Cooking spray
  • Thermometer

Method
 

  1. In a large nonstick skillet, brown chicken in oil.
  2. Transfer chicken to a shallow baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  3. Combine the salad dressing, soup mix, and jelly. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
  4. Bake, uncovered, at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until a thermometer reads 170°F (77°C).

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 29gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 78mgSodium: 727mgSugar: 8g

Notes

This recipe is a quick and flavorful option for busy weeknights. The combination of Catalina dressing, onion soup mix, and grape jelly creates a sweet and savory glaze for the chicken.

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