Best 3 Chicken Apricot Stir Fry Recipes

Chicken apricot stir fry is a mouthwatering dish that combines sweet, tangy, and savory flavors to create a delightful culinary experience. The dish is prepared by stir-frying tender chicken pieces with a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, succulent apricots, and a flavorful sauce. The resulting dish is a colorful and aromatic masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds with its perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you are a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating a delectable chicken apricot stir fry that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY APRICOT CHICKEN STIR-FRY

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Crushed red pepper flakes, canned apricots, pineapple chunks and frozen stir-fry veggies make for a quick, easy and delicious meal. Serve with your favorite rice recipe. I recommend coconut rice.

Provided by Teri Carrillo-Fox

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 (15 ounce) can apricot halves, drained and chopped, juice reserved
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast meat - cut into strips
1 (16 ounce) package frozen stir-fry vegetables, thawed
1 (8 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
3 green onion, sliced

Steps:

Stir together apricot juice, soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl until the cornstarch has dissolved; set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat. Stir in ginger, and cook until it begins turns golden brown, about 10 seconds. Add the chicken; cook and stir until the chicken turns white and begins to firm. Stir in the stir-fry vegetables, and continue cooking until the chicken is no longer pink in the center and the vegetables are hot.
Stir in the apricots, pineapple chunks, and apricot juice mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook until the sauce thickens and clears, about 1 minute. Stir in green onion before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.2 g, Cholesterol 43.2 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 18.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 529.2 mg, Sugar 14.9 g

CHICKEN APRICOT STIR-FRY

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This sweet, fruity sauce goes very well with chicken. It's a great dish for two, but the recipe is easily adjusted to serve more. -Lori Lockrey, Sacrborough, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 cup fresh snow peas
6 tablespoons apricot preserves
1/4 cup water
1 garlic clove, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

In a large skillet or wok, stir-fry chicken in canola oil for 3 minutes. Add the snow peas, preserves, water, garlic, sesame oil, sesame seeds, soy sauce, ginger and mustard. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 258mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

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

Ingredients

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.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

Choose fresh, ripe apricots. They should be slightly soft to the touch and have no blemishes.
Use a variety of colors of bell peppers. This will add visual appeal to your dish.
If you don't have fresh ginger, you can use 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
Don't overcrowd the wok or skillet. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
Stir-fry the chicken and vegetables over high heat. This will help to create a crispy crust on the chicken and tender-crisp vegetables.
Add the apricots and nuts towards the end of cooking. This will prevent them from becoming overcooked.
Serve the stir-fry immediately. This is when it is at its best.

Conclusion:

Chicken apricot stir-fry is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is packed with flavor. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken and vegetables. This dish is also a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious meal, give chicken apricot stir-fry a try.