Apricot-Glazed Chicken Thighs

Wednesday, July 27, 2011 by Carla 0 Comments A⁺ a^-

APRICOT- GLAZED CHICKEN

I had some apricot preserves that needed to be used up and this recipe was perfect. So simple and easy to make! The chicken thighs were tender and juicy and the apricot glaze was sweet with a nice twang from the vinegar.

I served this dish with one of my favorite wines - Kim Crawford Sauvingnon Blanc.

3 tbsp apricot preserves
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
1 clove of garlic, minced
4 boneless, chicken thighs, trimmed of fat
Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste

Combine the apricot preserves, red wine vinegar, 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil, and the minced garlic. Mix with a whisk until well combined, set aside.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Season both sides of the chicken thighs with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste.

Heat the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in an OVEN PROOF skillet over medium high heat. Add the seasoned chicken thighs when the pan is hot and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes each side. Pour the apricot sauce evenly over the top of the chicken.