Description
Apricot Chicken is a delightful and mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a sweet and tangy apricot sauce. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner. With its sticky glaze and rich flavor, Apricot Chicken will quickly become a favorite on your dinner table. Quick to prepare and easy to cook, it’s an excellent choice when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it alongside fluffy rice or fresh vegetables for a balanced meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 8 skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- 1 tablespoon dehydrated onion
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Lightly oil a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, Dijon mustard, apricot preserves, dehydrated onion, kosher salt, granulated garlic, and crushed red pepper.
- Coat the chicken thighs in the sauce and place them skin side down in the baking dish.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then flip the chicken over, spoon any remaining sauce on top, and bake for another 25–30 minutes until fully cooked.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 100mg