Apricot Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
613 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Apricot Chicken
Description
This recipe for Apricot Chicken begins with seasoning chicken thighs with a mixture of salt, freshly ground black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, which imparts a savory and slightly smoky taste. The chicken is roasted in the oven until cooked through, yielding tender meat with a mild crust from the spices.
While baking, a sauce is prepared by combining apricot preserves with freshly squeezed orange juice, cider vinegar, ketchup, honey, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a mix of spices including onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. The sauce is heated and simmered until thickened to enhance its flavor concentration and texture.
Once the chicken is baked and the sauce is ready, the chicken is tossed in the apricot glaze, fully coating each piece. This step infuses the chicken with a sweet and tangy glaze that complements the spice rub and balances the richness of the chicken thighs. The final dish offers a combination of sweet, tangy, mildly spicy, and savory notes with a moist and tender chicken texture.
Serving suggestions include plating the apricot chicken alongside plain rice or steamed vegetables, which provide a neutral base that lets the flavorful chicken stand out.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 8 boneless chicken thighs about 2 pounds, skinless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Apricot Sauce
- ⅔ cup apricot preserves
- ½ medium orange juiced (about ¼ cup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- scallion sliced, for garnish
Instructions
Chicken
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well.
- Pat chicken thighs dry with a paper towel. Then, add the chicken to the oil mixture, tossing to coat evenly.
- Transfer the chicken to the lined baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken is baking, prepare the apricot sauce.
Apricot Sauce
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add all sauce ingredients and whisk to combine. Continue whisking frequently until the mixture begins to bubble.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 4-6 minutes, or until thickened.
- Add cooked chicken back into the skillet and toss to coat.
- Serve hot with rice or vegetables.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 613 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 613kcal | 31% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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