Sticky Apricot Chicken and Broccoli
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
2 generously
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Sticky Apricot Chicken and Broccoli
Description
This recipe pairs roasted broccoli florets with chicken breast pieces that are seasoned, floured, and pan-fried until golden brown. The sticky sauce combines apricot jam, minced garlic, soy sauce, and brown sugar, creating a sweet-savory glaze that thickens as it simmers with the chicken. The sauce clings to the chicken, delivering pronounced fruitiness balanced by umami and mild garlic notes.
The broccoli is roasted separately at 425°F until slightly charred, producing a crisp-tender texture which contrasts with the tender, richly sauced chicken. The dish is finished with chopped chives for a fresh touch. Brown jasmine rice accompanies the dish to soak up the flavorful sauce and provide a fragrant base.
This meal balances the natural sweetness of apricot preserves with savory soy sauce and the robustness of pan-fried chicken, while roasted broccoli adds texture and earthiness. It is suitable for a flavorful family dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 to 2 broccoli cut into florets (about 3 to 4 cups, heads
- olive oil for drizzling/spraying
- salt freshly cracked black pepper
- black pepper freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
- ¾ cup apricot jam also known as apricot preserves
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons chives for garnish, chopped
- brown jasmine rice for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place the broccoli on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, or until slightly charred.
- While the broccoli cooks, prep the chicken. Toss the chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Sprinkle the flour all over the chicken and toss well until it’s coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Add the chicken in a single layer. Cook until browned on each side, about 5 to 6 minutes per side.
- Whisk together the jam, minced garlic, soy sauce and brown sugar until combined. Once the chicken is brown, pour the sauce in. Stir to coat all the chicken. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, so the sauce thickens more. Sprinkle with chives. You can toss the broccoli in with the sauce or serve it on the side. I love to serve this with brown jasmine rice!
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Overall Rating
5
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