Apricot Glazed Duck Recipe

Name: Apricot Glazed Duck
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 6 duck breasts; 1 large white onion, diced; 1 cup chopped dried apricots; 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar; 1/4 cup chicken stock; 1/4 cup white wine; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; Cold water; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon freshly chopped tarragon leaves

Servings: persons

1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
6 duck breasts
1 large white onion, diced
1 cup chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup chicken stock
1/4 cup white wine
2 tablespoons cornstarch
Cold water
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly chopped tarragon leaves

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Melt 1/4 cup of butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Brown the duck breasts skin side down for about 2 minutes without shaking the pan.
4
Turn over and cook on the other side for another 2 minutes.
5
Remove to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
6
Transfer the duck breasts to a cutting board and set aside to rest.
7
Using the same pan you cooked the duck in, saute the onions, over medium heat, until golden brown.
8
Add in the chopped apricots, apple cider vinegar, chicken stock and white wine.
9
Cook until reduced by half, about 10 minutes.
10
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a little cold water to create a slurry.
11
Slowly add it to the apricot mixture, stirring constantly until the desired consistency is reached.
12
Allow to cook until the paste taste disappears, about 3 to 4 minutes.
13
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
14
Stir in the tarragon and the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter.
15
Slice the duck breast on a bias.
16
Lay a little sauce on the base of each white serving plate and top with the duck.
17
Spoon a little more sauce over the duck and serve.

168

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, 6 duck breasts, 1 large white onion, diced, 1 cup chopped dried apricots, and more.

Yes, Apricot Glazed Duck 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.

Apricot Glazed Duck

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