Apricot Chicken with Balsamic Vinegar

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons apricot preserves
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar and apricot preserves. Set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
3. Pour the reserved balsamic mixture over the chicken and stir to coat. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 more minutes.
4. Serve the chicken with rice or your favorite side dish.

Interesting Facts

• Balsamic vinegar is a type of vinegar made from grapes and aged for at least 12 years.
• Apricot preserves are a type of jam made from apricots.
• This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken.