Quick Apricot Chicken Dish (Print)
Apricot-glazed chicken with citrus notes, simmered quickly and served over rice with scallions and sesame.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon sesame oil or other neutral oil
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1 pound diced chicken breast
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 clove garlic, minced
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⅓ cup orange juice
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1 cup apricot jam or preserves
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2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon honey
→ Optional for Serving
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Chopped scallions
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Sesame seeds
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Rice
# How to Make It:
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned (it doesn't have to be fully cooked yet). Stir in the onions and garlic, cooking for 1 additional minute.
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Pour the orange juice into the pan with the chicken, scraping browned bits off the bottom. Reduce heat to medium. Add apricot jam, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and honey. Stir well.
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Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat and gently simmer until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 160°F) and the sauce thickens to your liking. Serve over rice with scallions and sesame seeds if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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Browning the chicken before adding other ingredients enhances the flavor significantly.
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You can use chicken thighs, wings, or drumsticks instead of diced chicken breast, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
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For additional flavor, consider adding grated ginger or chili flakes for heat.
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If the sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered for a few minutes. To thin a too-thick sauce, add orange juice a little at a time.