Description
A delicious and easy recipe for glazed apricot chicken thighs that are perfect for any dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and rub them with olive oil.
- Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in a large baking dish. Pour the apricot glaze over the chicken, making sure to coat each piece evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the skin is golden brown.
- For extra caramelization, broil the chicken for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the glaze.
- Serve with steamed rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg