Saucy Apricot Glazed Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Saucy Apricot Glazed Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, golden-brown chicken thighs cooked to perfection in a mouthwatering glaze made from sweet apricot preserves, tangy soy sauce, and zesty Dijon mustard, this dish strikes the perfect balance between savory and sweet. A touch of garlic and optional red chili flakes adds depth and a subtle kick to the sauce, while fresh parsley provides a vibrant finishing touch. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no-fuss cooking in one skillet, this recipe is ideal for busy evenings or special family meals. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or roasted vegetables for a flavorful, satisfying plate that’s bound to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 units Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip the thighs and cook for another 3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and, in the same skillet, add the apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and red chili flakes (if using). Stir well until the sauce is combined and begins to simmer, about 2-3 minutes.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken to coat it.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Spoon additional sauce over the chicken to enhance the flavor.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Serve with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2565 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.7 g | 219% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.0 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 729 mg | 243% | |
| Sodium | 4623 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 92.9 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.3 g | ||
| Protein | 165.5 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1836 mg | 39% | |
*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.
