Ginger Apricot Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner menu with the irresistible flavors of Ginger Apricot Chicken, a quick yet sophisticated dish bursting with sweet and savory harmony. Tender, juicy chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection and simmered in a luscious glaze crafted from sweet apricot preserves, fresh grated ginger, umami-rich soy sauce, and a tangy splash of rice vinegar. Infused with aromatic garlic and balanced with a touch of chicken broth, this dish offers gourmet results with minimal effort in just 40 minutes. Perfect served over fluffy rice or alongside steamed vegetables, this flavorful recipe is as comforting as it is elegant. Don't forget the optional garnish of sliced green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish! Keywords: ginger apricot chicken, savory-sweet chicken recipe, skillet chicken dinner, quick weeknight meal, chicken with apricot sauce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 0.5 cup apricot preserves
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the apricot preserves, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine, creating a smooth sauce.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the chicken hot, spooning the apricot ginger sauce over each piece.
Garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Serve with rice, quinoa, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1922 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.3 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 750 mg | 250% | |
| Sodium | 3030 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.8 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 89.3 g | ||
| Protein | 160.9 g | 322% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 121 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1703 mg | 36% | |
*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.
