Chicken with Apricots | One-Pan Meal

Get ready to savor the flavors of Summer with this delectable One-Pan Chicken with Apricots: Juicy chicken, sweet apricots, and a zesty honey-lime glaze come together for a quick and delightful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or a relaxed dinner with friends! Plus, clean-up is a breeze! Who's ready to dig in?

Prep Time 10

Bake / Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Ingredients

CHICKEN

▢ 1.5 lb (680 g) Chicken Thighs (boneless skinless)
▢ 1/2 tsp (1 g) paprika
▢ 1/2 tsp (1 g) chili powder
▢ 1 tsp (2 g) Greek oregano
▢ Salt, Pepper (To Taste)
▢ 2 Tbsp (28 g) olive oil (For the marinade)
▢ 2 Tbsp (28 g) olive oil

APRICOTS

▢ 1 Lb (450 g) apricots (Washed | Cored | Sliced)
▢ 3 Tbsp (65 g) honey
▢ 1.06 oz (30 g) lime juice (From 1 Lime)
▢ 1 lime (Sliced)

Instructions

CHICKEN PREPARATION

In a mixing bowl, season the chicken thighs with the seasonings: Paprika, chili powder, Greek oregano, salt, pepper (To Taste) and olive oil.
Mix until the chicken is coated with both the oil and seasoning.
1.5 lb Chicken Thighs, 1/2 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp Greek oregano, Salt, Pepper, 2 Tbsp olive oil
Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and chicken thighs with marinade.
Cook the chicken for 5 minutes, without moving it. This will allow the chicken to sear.
2 Tbsp olive oil
Flip the chicken thighs over, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for about 5 more minutes or longer until it's completely cooked through. NOTE: Use a digital thermometer to check doneness, USDA recommends 165°F | 74°C. Remove from heat and set the chicken aside on a plate.

APRICOTS PREPARATION

Wash the abricots under cold water and slice them. Remove the pit. Set aside. NOTE: YES, we are keeping the skin to enjoy all the vitamins!
1 Lb apricots
To the same, now empty, frying pan, still on medium heat, add the sliced apricots.
Slightly cook them in chicken juices, without overcooking, - about 3 to 5 minutes. NOTE: Do not over cook them as they will get mushy if you do, so keep an eye on them.
At the very end, add the honey and lime juice. Taste and adjust sweetness if you like it more sweet.
3 Tbsp honey, 1.06 oz lime juice

ASSEMBLY

Add back the cooked chicken nestled in between the apricots. Reheat briefly, then remove from heat.
Garnish with fresh lime slices. Enjoy & Bon Appétit!
1 lime