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Close-up of a juicy chicken country club dish showing tender, oven-baked chicken with a sweet apricot glaze, garnished with parsley and sesame seeds.

Chicken Country Club Dish

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  • Author: Aneta
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Chicken Country Club Dish is an easy oven-baked dinner made with just three simple ingredients. Juicy bone-in chicken is coated in a rich blend of French dressing, apricot preserves, and onion soup mix, then baked until caramelized and perfectly tender. It’s a family-friendly recipe that’s ideal for busy weeknights, Sunday dinners, or whenever you need a comforting meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 to 2½ pounds bone-in chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks, skin-on)
  • 1 cup creamy French dressing
  • 1 cup apricot preserves (or apricot jam)
  • 1 (1-ounce) packet dry onion soup mix

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels and arrange them skin-side up in a single layer.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the French dressing, apricot preserves, and dry onion soup mix until smooth.
  4. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, lifting the pieces slightly so some sauce flows underneath.
  5. Bake uncovered for 25 minutes.
  6. Spoon some of the pan sauce over the chicken to baste it.
  7. Continue baking for 20–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  8. For crispier skin, broil for 2–3 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  9. Let the chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Spoon the extra sauce over each piece and enjoy.

Notes

  • Pat the chicken dry before baking for better browning.
  • Catalina dressing can be substituted for French dressing.
  • Apricot jam works just as well as preserves.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Delicious served with mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or a fresh green salad.
  • Broiling at the end is optional but gives the chicken a beautiful caramelized finish.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: oven-Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken piece with sauce
  • Calories: 445 kcal
  • Sugar: 19 g
  • Sodium: 860 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 23 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Cholesterol: 135 mg

Find it online: https://chickenmagicrecipes.com/chicken-country-club-dish/