Apricot-Basil Chicken With Freekeh Recipe

Name: Apricot-Basil Chicken With Freekeh
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water; 1 1/4 cups unsalted chicken stock, divided; 1 cup freekeh (young green cracked wheat); 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 1/2 cup dry Marsala wine; 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped; 4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken thighs; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon butter; 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups water
1 1/4 cups unsalted chicken stock, divided
1 cup freekeh (young green cracked wheat)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1/2 cup dry Marsala wine
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
4 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

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Combine 1 1/2 cups water, 1 cup stock, freekeh, 3/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer 18 minutes or until tender.
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Combine remaining 1/4 cup stock, Marsala, and -apricots in a small bowl.
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Sprinkle chicken with remaining 3/8 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add chicken; cook 7 minutes or until done, turning once. Add apricot mixture to pan; cook 2 minutes. Stir in butter; remove from heat. Place about 3/4 cup freekeh mixture into each of 4 shallow bowls. Top each serving with 1 chicken thigh; divide sauce evenly among servings, and sprinkle evenly with basil.
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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups water, 1 1/4 cups unsalted chicken stock, divided, 1 cup freekeh (young green cracked wheat), 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Apricot-Basil Chicken With Freekeh falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Apricot-Basil Chicken With Freekeh

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