These crispy baked apricot-glazed chicken thighs and tender vegetables are a delicious and fast weeknight meal. The sweet and sour flavors make it a family-favorite one-pan recipe.
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Why This Recipe Stands Out
We love a good chicken recipe, but this Apricot Glazed Chicken is out of this world! The sweet and savory flavors in this dish are just incredible. Here's why this recipe is a winner:
- Easy to Prepare: The recipe is simple and straightforward, making it easy for anyone to prepare.
- Healthy: It's packed with healthy, fresh ingredients like broccoli, carrots, and fingerling potatoes.
- Flavor: The combination of the apricot glaze and the savory chicken and vegetables is just amazing.
- Family Meal: This recipe makes a perfect family meal. It's one of those meals that everyone at the table will love.
- Versatile: The glaze in this recipe can be used on other meats as well, making it a versatile addition to your recipe collection.
Key Ingredients
- Chicken Thighs – The star of our dish, chicken thighs are flavorful and juicy. We use bone-in, skin-on thighs for the best flavor and texture.
- Fingerling Potatoes – These small potatoes are waxy and hold their shape well when roasted, making them the perfect addition to our sheet pan dinner.
- Apricot Preserve – Our glaze is made from apricot preserve, which adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish. Make sure to use a good quality preserve for the best results.
Substitutions and Variations
Looking to change things up a bit? Here are some of our favorite substitutions and variations:
- Protein: While we love the flavor of chicken thighs, feel free to substitute them with chicken breasts or even drumsticks. You can also use this apricot glaze with a pork roast or pork chops.
- Potatoes: If fingerling potatoes are hard to find, regular potatoes or sweet potatoes cut into cubes will work just as well. You can also omit them entirely and serve the apricot glazed chicken with a side of rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.
- Veggies: The veggies in this recipe are just a suggestion. Feel free to use your favorite veggies or whatever is in season where you are. Some other great options are asparagus, green beans, bell peppers, or Brussels sprouts.
How to Make Apricot Glazed Chicken
Step 1: Season chicken thighs with spices.
Step 2: Simmer glaze until thickened. Brush each thigh with apricot glaze.
Step 3: Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake.
Step 4: Combine vegetables with seasonings and olive oil.
Step 5: Brush apricot glaze over the chicken. Spread vegetables around the chicken on the baking sheet and continue baking.
For full list of ingredients and instructions, see recipe card below.
What to Serve with Apricot Glazed Chicken
- Apricot glazed chicken goes well with a variety of side dishes. For a healthy option, try a fresh green salad or a side of roasted vegetables.
- If you're looking for a heartier side, we recommend serving this chicken with rice or quinoa. The grains will soak up the delicious apricot glaze and make for a satisfying meal.
- For a special occasion, you can serve this chicken with some homemade dinner rolls or a loaf of crusty bread. The bread will be perfect for soaking up any extra glaze.
Frequently Asked Questions
I recommend using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for this apricot glazed chicken recipe. The dark meat of the thighs stays juicy and flavorful, and the skin crisps up beautifully in the oven.
No, you don't need to peel the fingerling potatoes or the carrots. Simply give them a good wash to remove any dirt, and they're ready to be halved and added to the roasting pan.
Apricot glazed chicken can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make sure it is stored in an airtight container.
Recipe
Apricot Glazed Chicken With Fingerling Potatoes And Broccoli
Ingredients
For the Apricot Glaze
- ¼ cup apricot preserve
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425.
- Sprinkle chicken thighs with paprika, turmeric, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper.
- In a small sauce pan combine glaze ingredients and simmer until thickened. Brush each thigh with apricot glaze.
- Place chicken on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl combine fingerling potatoes, carrots, onions, broccoli, olive oil, ½ tablespoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Give everything a stir.
- Remove pan from the oven and once again brush apricot glaze over the chicken. Discard any juices from the pan.
- Spread vegetables on the pan around chicken and continue baking for 20 minutes until vegetables are soft.
- Enjoy!
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Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.
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