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Apricot Chicken Thighs with Root Vegetables

Apricot Chicken Thighs with Root Vegetables is a hearty dinner that's savory with a hint of sweetness from the apricot jam.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
32 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 317 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 20 ounces boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • 2/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup apricot preserves
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced parsnips
  • 1 cup diced rutabaga
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh sage
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons grated garlic, 2-3 cloves

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper then add them to the hot skillet. Cook approximately 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown. The chicken won’t be fully cooked at this point. Remove the chicken from the skillet and onto a plate.
  2. Whisk together the chicken broth, apricot preserves and Dijon in a small bowl and set aside.
  3. Add the carrots, parsnips and rutabaga to the skillet, season with salt and pepper and sauté 4-5 minutes. Add in the herbs and garlic and sauté another minute.
  4. Add the chicken back into the skillet and pour in the apricot mixture. Reduce the heat to medium, cover with a lid or piece of foil and cook for another 7-8 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, taste for seasoning and spoon some of the sauce over the chicken thighs. Garnish with more fresh herbs then serve.

Notes

  • Feel free to use whatever mix of root vegetables that you prefer.

Nutrition Information

Calories 317kcal (16%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 133mg (44%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 13g (26%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 317

% Daily Value*

Calories 317kcal 16%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 133mg 44%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 13g 26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.