Spicy Apricot Chicken Thighs Recipe

Name: Spicy Apricot Chicken Thighs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons pepper; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 12 bone-in chicken thighs (about 5 pounds); SAUCE:; 1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon honey; 2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 bone-in chicken thighs (about 5 pounds)
SAUCE:
1 jar (12 ounces) apricot preserves
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

1
In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; rub over chicken. Place chicken, skin side up, on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake at 375u00b0 for 35-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170u00b0-175u00b0.
2
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sauce ingredients; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3
Turn chicken. Spoon some sauce over chicken. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until browned. Turn chicken again; baste with sauce. Broil for 2-3 minutes longer or until browned. Serve with remaining sauce.

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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: 3 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary or 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons pepper, and more.

Yes, Spicy Apricot Chicken Thighs 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.

Spicy Apricot Chicken Thighs

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