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    Home » Recipes » Dish Type » Main dish » Chicken Recipes

    Baked Apricot Chicken (with apricot jam)

    Published: Feb 23, 2018 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Jun 17, 2022 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    Easy Apricot Jam Chicken dinner - foodmeanderings.com
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    This easy oven Baked Apricot Chicken (with apricot jam) is a dream come true on those days when you have little to no meal inspiration and/or don't want to hit the grocery store, but want a delicious dinner! It's a one-pot meal that requires very little effort and uses staples from your pantry.

    Easy Apricot Chicken | 5 ingredients - Foodmeanderings.com

    The Dijon mustard and sweet red chili sauce give this apricot sauce a nice little kick and using apricot jam with chicken is simply brilliant. I can say that because my Mom actually came up with the idea to use apricot jam in this easy chicken recipe. Surprisingly, this Baked Apricot Chicken was actually born out of a Honey Mustard Chicken recipe that my Mom used to make (and I didn't like). 

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    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🥗 Side dishes
    • 💭 Top tip
    • 🍽 Equipment
    • 👪 Serving Size
    • 🌡️Storage
    • 🦺Food Safety
    • ⭐ Reviews
    • 📋 Baked Apricot chicken (with apricot jam) recipe
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    Although, this recipe is amazing! But all the same, it's hard to tell your Mom that you don't like one of her signature dishes, especially when everyone else loves it and it's actually so well- loved that your Dad even requests it for his birthday dinner!

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    I love 5 ingredient chicken recipes and uncomplicated dinner dishes; dishes you can dump and cook. My 5 Ingredient Caprese Sheet Pan Chicken Breast is another one of those quick and easy 5 ingredient recipes. If you love easy chicken dinners, you should try it!

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    🥘 Ingredients

    I just changed my Mom's recipe a little and kicked it up a notch. For this apricot chicken recipe, you'll only need 5 ingredients (this recipe does NOT use soy sauce, as many do):

    • Chicken thighs
    • Dijon mustard
    • apricot jam
    • butter
    • sweet red chili sauce

    *See recipe card for quantities

    📖 Variations

    • Apricot Jam: You can use homemade apricot jam, a jar of apricot preserves or another type of jam. I have used black currant jam/preserves for this recipe and it was amazing, but you could also use blueberry jam or preserves.
    • Chili sauce: If you don't like the spice, use honey instead of the sweet red chili sauce. 
    • Chicken: I have also used boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
    • Butter: Butter makes everything better, but you could use a substitute to lighten it up or make it dairy-free. I would not recommend olive oil
    • Mustard: if you don't have Dijon mustard, you can use stone ground mustard, or regular mustard
    • Slow Cooker (Crock pot): you can make this is a slow cooker - cook on low for 2-2.5 hours or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature is 165 degrees f)
    • Garnish: you could garnish with fresh apricots and/or sesame seeds, if you desire
    Baked Apricot Jam Chicken | 5 Ingredients - Foodmeanderings.com

    🥗 Side dishes

    I love to serve this over rice often serve this dish with frozen mixed vegetables because it's quick and easy, but it also goes well with:

    • Green beans and Mushrooms
    • Spinach salad with Honey Lime Cilantro Dressing
    • garden side salad
    • snap peas
    • Quick Cucumber Kimchi

    💭 Top tip

    You may also want to dab some additional apricot jam and spoon some sauce onto the chicken prior to serving to make it look even more appetizing (like an apricot glaze)! I also sprinkled a little crushed red pepper on it. 

    🍽 Equipment

    I usually make this Apricot Chicken in a small roaster, (affiliate link) but you can make it in any type of casserole dish or baking dish.

    👪 Serving Size

    This chicken with apricot jam recipe makes 6 servings. However, you can half, double or triple the recipe by clicking on the blue serving number and selecting the number of servings you'd like. The quantities will automatically adjust

    🌡️Storage

    Store this oven baked apricot chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. You can freeze it in a sealed container for up to 3 months.

    I have to say, though, Mom TOTALLY redeemed herself with this apricot jam chicken!

    My Mom has known about my dislike for her Honey Mustard Chicken for a long time and unlike me, she doesn't take it personally when someone doesn't like her food. And now we will always have this delicious and Chicken with Apricot Jam to bond over. We actually do bond over easy food 🙂

    So, if you're looking for an easy and delicious chicken dish, this baked apricot chicken (with apricot jam) is a recipe the whole family will love!

    🦺Food Safety

    • Cook chicken to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74°C)
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

    See more guidelines at USDA.gov.

    ⭐ Reviews

    Did you LOVE this apricot chicken recipe? If so, please leave a 5 start rating and comment below!

    baked apricot chicken on rice, on white plate, with a dish of apricot jam and pot of more chicken in background
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    📋 Baked Apricot chicken (with apricot jam) recipe

    This 5 ingredient Baked Apricot Chicken recipe is a simple and quick meal. It uses staples you’d have in the house, like apricot jam, Dijon mustard and butter, as well as a package of chicken thighs. I serve it with instant brown rice and some frozen veggies for a quick make ahead or weeknight meal. It freezes well.
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    Course: dinner, main, Main Course
    Cuisine: American, Canadian, North American
    Keyword: apricot, apricot jam, baked, chicken
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 308kcal
    Author: Terri Gilson
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour hour
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
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    Ingredients

    • 2 lbs boneless and skinless chicken thighs chicken breasts can be substituted
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • ¼ cup butter
    • 1 cup apricot jam (or a cup of apricot preserves) * I prefer to use reduced sugar apricot jam - homemade or store-bought
    • 2 tablespoon sweet red chili sauce

    Garnish:

    • additional apricot jam optional
    • crushed red pepper flakes optional
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and spray an oven safe dish (casserole dish or small roaster) with non-stick cooking spray and place the chicken pieces on the bottom of the pan.
    • In a separate small bowl, microwave butter for about 45 seconds, or until melted. Then whisk in apricot jam, Dijon mustard and sweet red chili sauce.
    • Pour apricot sauce over raw chicken and place in preheated oven.
    • Baking time is 1 hour or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature is 165 degrees F), with turning halfway through baking.

    Notes

    *Note: You will end up with quite a bit of sauce, but I find that I really don't need it all. And using less sauce will, of course, reduce the calories and fat in this recipe.
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    Nutrition Facts
    📋 Baked Apricot chicken (with apricot jam) recipe
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 308 Calories from Fat 126
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 14g22%
    Saturated Fat 6g38%
    Cholesterol 163mg54%
    Sodium 279mg12%
    Potassium 396mg11%
    Carbohydrates 22g7%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 16g18%
    Protein 29g58%
    Vitamin A 275IU6%
    Calcium 19mg2%
    Iron 1.4mg8%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 308kcal (15%) | Carbohydrates: 22g (7%) | Protein: 29g (58%) | Fat: 14g (22%) | Saturated Fat: 6g (38%) | Cholesterol: 163mg (54%) | Sodium: 279mg (12%) | Potassium: 396mg (11%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 16g (18%) | Vitamin A: 275IU (6%) | Calcium: 19mg (2%) | Iron: 1.4mg (8%)
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    1. Chef Markus Mueller | Earth, Food, and Fire

      February 28, 2018 at 6:31 pm

      I'm digging the apricot and chili combo here! I think my whole family would devour this! Plus it's easy to make so how can i not give this a try! Have you done this with a whole chicken? For example glazed with the apricot dijon chili mix?

      Reply
      • Terri Gilson

        March 01, 2018 at 7:11 am

        Hi Markus - Thank you! No, I have never done it with a whole chicken, but it would definitely be worth a try. If you do try, I'd love to hear how it turns out 🙂

        Reply
    2. Elaine

      March 02, 2018 at 9:46 am

      Super simple! Super delicious. And only 5 ingredients! What more could you want??

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      • Terri Gilson

        March 02, 2018 at 5:20 pm

        thanks, Elaine!

        Reply
    3. Nicole | Culinary Cool

      March 03, 2018 at 10:04 am

      I love using apricot jam/jelly in my chicken stir fry sauce, so why have I never thought to use it in other applications? I have all the ingredients for this in my house right now, so I think we might have to give it a try soon! My hubby is also a huge fan of sweet chili sauce, so I know this will be a winner!

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      • Terri Gilson

        March 03, 2018 at 10:17 am

        Thanks, Nicole :)And I never thought of using it in my chicken stir fry sauce - I will be giving that a try too! I hope you enjoy it.

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