Description
Quick Apricot Chicken is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines sweet and savory flavors in just 30 minutes. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, making it an ideal choice for families and friends alike. The key ingredient, apricot jam, adds a natural sweetness that beautifully complements tender chicken breast, creating a satisfying meal everyone will love. Serve it over rice or alongside steamed vegetables for a wholesome dinner that’s both nutritious and delicious. Whether you’re meal prepping or cooking for guests, this quick chicken recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon oil (sesame or neutral)
- 1 pound diced chicken breast
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Chopped scallions and sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for another minute.
- Pour in orange juice, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Reduce heat to medium.
- Add apricot jam, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and honey; stir to combine.
- Simmer gently until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 160°F and the sauce thickens.
- Serve hot over rice, garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately ½ cup (125g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg