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Apricot Chicken Thighs

Sheet pan apricot chicken thighs with a sweet and tangy sauce, ready in 30 minutes. A quick dinner option for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 610 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs about 2 lb
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika

Apricot Sauce

  • 2/3 cup apricot preserves
  • 1/2 medium orange, juiced about 1/4 cup
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/8 tsp chili powder
  • 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • scallions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions
 

Chicken

  • Preheat oven and line sheet:

    Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • Mix oil and spices:

    In a big bowl, mix olive oil, 2 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and paprika. Stir thoroughly.

  • Coat chicken with oil blend:

    Dry chicken thighs with paper towels. Put chicken into the oil blend and mix to cover uniformly.

  • Roast chicken until done:

    Place chicken onto the lined sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes, until internal temp hits 165°F (75°C). Meanwhile, make the apricot sauce.

Apricot Sauce

  • Simmer apricot sauce ingredients:

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, put apricot preserves, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, ketchup, honey, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, chili powder, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir often until it starts to bubble.

  • Thicken sauce over low heat:

    Lower heat to low and cook gently for 4-6 minutes, until sauce thickens.

  • Toss chicken in sauce:

    Add baked chicken to the skillet and stir to coat evenly with sauce.

  • Serve with scallions and sides:

    Serve immediately, topped with sliced scallions, alongside rice or vegetables.
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