APRICOT CHICKEN STIR-FRY

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Every since my husband and I began growing apricots more than 30 years ago, collecting recipes featuring that elegant fruit has been a favorite hobby.-Elegant Apricot Specialty Foods, Jo and Joe Martin, Patterson, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup dried apricot halves, cut in half
1/4 cup hot water
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, optional
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
1 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup halved snow peas
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, soak apricots in water; set aside (do not drain). Combine the flour, cilantro if desired, salt and pepper; sprinkle over the chicken and set aside. , Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat; stir-fry onion and celery for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add the peas, ginger, garlic and apricots; stir-fry for 2 minutes. Remove and keep warm. , Add remaining oil to skillet; stir-fry chicken for 6-7 minutes or until no longer pink. Sprinkle with lemon juice. Return apricot mixture to skillet and heat through. Serve with rice.

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Buthi Buthi
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This recipe is a complete fail. The chicken was tough and the sauce was watery. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Ndifreke Ben
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This recipe is not worth the effort. The chicken was dry and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Jihad Biswas
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This recipe is a waste of time and ingredients. I would not recommend it to anyone.


R Rush
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but this recipe didn't turn out well for me. The chicken was overcooked and the sauce was too thick.


Fazal Mohammad
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was tough and the sauce was bland. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Kola Vincent
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken came out a little dry. I think I'll try marinating the chicken in the apricot sauce before cooking it next time.


Marjorie Ndhlovu
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try it again with less apricot preserves.


Tegan
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This recipe is a keeper! I love the combination of the chicken and the apricots. The sauce is also really tasty.


Shahzaib Lakho
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I've made this stir-fry several times now and it's always a favorite. It's quick and easy to make, and the flavors are amazing.


Fafi Negash
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This dish was delicious and easy to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.


Pobi Chaske
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I made this stir-fry for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of the sweet and savory flavors. The sauce was also really easy to make.


Mariana R
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This apricot chicken stir-fry was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the apricot sauce was flavorful and tangy. I served it over rice, and it was the perfect weeknight meal.