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Faiza Shabir

Quick Apricot Chicken Easy Dinner

Quick Apricot Chicken is a sweet and savory dinner that comes together fast with simple pantry ingredients. Tender chicken cooks in a rich apricot glaze with hints of garlic and soy sauce, creating a perfectly balanced flavor. This easy weeknight meal is comforting, flavorful, and pairs beautifully with rice or roasted vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup apricot preserves
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken with salt and black pepper.
  3. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until lightly browned.
  4. In a bowl, mix apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic.
  5. Pour sauce over chicken in the skillet.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover.
  7. Simmer for 12–15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Spoon sauce over chicken while cooking to coat evenly.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra juicy results.
  • Add red chili flakes for a spicy kick.
  • Serve with steamed rice, couscous, or roasted vegetables.
  • Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 3 days./

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