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Sticky Apricot Chicken and Broccoli

This sticky apricot chicken is so juicy and delicious! The chicken is seared and glazed with a jammy apricot sauce. Serve with broccoli and rice!

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 2 generously
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 to 2 heads broccoli, cut into florets (about 3 to 4 cups)
  • olive oil for drizzling/spraying
  • salt and freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive or canola oil
  • ¾ cup apricot jam/preserves
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives, for garnish
  • brown jasmine rice, for serving

Instructions

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  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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!