Best 2 Tangy Apricot Chicken Thighs Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and flavorful recipe that is sure to impress your taste buds? Look no further than tangy apricot chicken thighs! This dish combines the sweet and tangy flavors of apricots with the savory goodness of chicken thighs, creating a meal that is both satisfying and enjoyable. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can have this mouthwatering dish ready to savor in no time. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TANGY APRICOT CHICKEN THIGHS



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This is a tasty and sweet apricot chicken recipe that my kids love! Best served with rice.

Provided by Nicole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup apricot jam
½ cup ketchup
½ cup chopped onion
¼ cup barbeque sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper; transfer to a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
  • Mix apricot jam, ketchup, onion, barbeque sauce, and soy sauce together. Pour over chicken thighs. Continue baking until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 calories, Carbohydrate 44.8 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 12.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 727.2 mg, Sugar 31.1 g

MARINATED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH TANGY APRICOT GLAZE



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This is a wonderful main dish featuring boneless skinless chicken thighs marinated in a sweet yet zesty apricot sauce and then perfectly roasted (or grilled) and topped with a tangy apricot glaze. It's a recipe I created years ago for a cooking contest (called Ready, Set, Cook! #15) that was hosted at another recipe site. I...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Chicken

Time 5h15m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2-3 lb chicken thighs
MARINATE:
3/4 c apricot preserves
1/2 c dry sherry
2 tsp spicy brown mustard
2 tsp lemon juice (fresh squeezed is best)
1 tsp roasted garlic, minced
1 tsp thyme
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
APRICOT GLAZE:
3/4 c apricot glaze
1 Tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp spicy brown mustard
2 tsp lemon juice

Steps:

  • 1. Whisk together apricot preserves, sherry, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt and pepper until well blended and smooth. Place marinade in gallon-size plastic bag or narrow dish. Add chicken thighs; place in refrigerator for 4-6 hours, turning chicken occasionally to ensure even marinating.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • 3. Remove thighs from marinade, and place thighs in a single layer in a lightly oiled baking dish. (A little marinade residue can be left on chicken, but discard excess marinade.) Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until thoroughly done.
  • 4. During last 15 minutes of roasting time, place 3/4 cup apricot preserves in a small saucepan; heat over low heat, stirring frequently, for about 3 minutes (or until preserves are of a syrup consistency). Add mustard, brown sugar and lemon juice, and let simmer over low heat until glaze just slightly thickens.
  • 5. Serve with the glaze drizzled over chicken thighs.

Tips:

  • To ensure that the chicken thighs are evenly cooked, make sure they are all of a similar size. If you have larger or smaller thighs, adjust the cooking time accordingly.
  • If you don't have apricot preserves, you can substitute another type of fruit preserves, such as peach or orange.
  • To make the sauce thicker, simmer it for a few minutes longer. You can also add a cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
  • Serve the chicken thighs with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

Conclusion:

Tangy apricot chicken thighs are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the apricot sauce is sweet and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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