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Sticky, Gooey, Sweet & Savory Apricot Chicken

Sticky Gooey Sweet & Savory Apricot Chicken for Quick Dinners

Enjoy the delicious and easy Sticky, Gooey, Sweet & Savory Apricot Chicken for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Skin-on, bone-in for juiciness
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium optional
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can substitute
  • 1 cup Apricot Preserves Peach or orange marmalade can be swapped
  • 1 tablespoon Dehydrated Onion Fresh onion can be used, adjust moisture
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt Adjust to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Granulated Garlic Fresh garlic can be used
  • 0.5 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Omit or increase for heat preference

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and apricot preserves.
  4. Add in dehydrated onion, kosher salt, granulated garlic, and crushed red pepper to the sauce mixture.
  5. Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly with the apricot sauce mixture.
  6. Place the coated chicken thighs skin-side down in the greased baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Flip the chicken thighs over and spoon the reserved apricot sauce over each piece. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes.
  8. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For varied flavor, consider substituting apricot preserves with other fruit jams or adding a splash of vinegar for zest.

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