Easiest Apricot Chicken
Skip the hassle without sacrificing flavor with this irresistible recipe for Easiest Apricot Chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender, juicy boneless chicken thighs with a luscious apricot glaze made from just a handful of pantry staples—sweet apricot jam, savory soy sauce, a hint of mustard, and garlic powder. Sear the chicken to golden perfection, coat it in the tangy-sweet sauce, and finish in the oven for a hands-off main course that’s ready in under 35 minutes. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or steamed veggies for a balanced, crowd-pleasing meal. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, this effortless one-pan recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
In a medium bowl, whisk together apricot jam, soy sauce, mustard, and garlic powder until smooth. Set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from heat.
Pour the apricot sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.8 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 750 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 4208 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.4 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.5 g | ||
| Protein | 160.2 g | 320% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1625 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
