Chicken with Tangy Apricot Glaze
Delight your taste buds with this irresistible Chicken with Tangy Apricot Glaze, a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors! Juicy, crisp-skinned chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection before being glazed in a luscious sauce made from apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and fresh thyme. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 40 minutes, is the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist. Each juicy bite is infused with a harmonious mix of smoky, tangy, and subtly sweet notes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair this elegant dish with roasted vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, flavor-packed meal. Perfect for fans of sweet and savory combinations, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.75 cup apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.25 cup chicken stock
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and sear the chicken, skin-side down, for 5-7 minutes or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip the chicken and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Step 3
Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt, fresh thyme leaves, and chicken stock. Stir well to combine and allow the glaze to simmer for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
Step 5
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, and spoon some of the glaze over the top. Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.
Step 6
Cook for 15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Baste the chicken with the glaze a few times during cooking.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Serve the chicken with a final drizzle of the tangy apricot glaze.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1034.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2161.4 |
| Total Fat 128.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 491.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4793.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 135.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 132.5g | |
| Protein 111.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 91.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1171.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories