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Sticky Apricot Chicken and Broccoli

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I love this dinner! It's very quick - really the only prep is cutting up the chicken and broccoli. One of Jackson's favorites!

This sticky apricot chicken is so juicy and delicious! The chicken is seared and glazed with a jammy apricot sauce. Serve with broccoli and rice!


STICKY APRICOT CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI

 yield: 4-6
 
prep time: 25 MINS
cook time: 20 MINS
total time: 45 MINS
This sticky apricot chicken is so juicy and delicious! The chicken is seared and glazed with a jammy apricot sauce. Serve with broccoli and rice!

INGREDIENTS

  • 3 heads broccoli, cut into florets 
  • olive oil for drizzling/spraying
  • salt and freshly cracked black pepper
  • about 2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons olive or canola oil
  • 1 scant cup apricot jam/preserves
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds, for garnish
  • jasmine rice, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS 

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place the broccoli on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 15 to 20 minutes, or until slightly charred.
  • While the broccoli cooks, prep the chicken. Toss the chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder. Sprinkle the flour all over the chicken and toss well until it’s coated.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Add the chicken in a single layer. Cook until browned on each side, about 5 to 6 minutes per side.
  • Whisk together the jam, minced garlic, soy sauce and brown sugar until combined. Once the chicken is brown, pour the sauce in. Stir to coat all the chicken. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, so the sauce thickens more. Sprinkle with chives. You can toss the broccoli in with the sauce or serve it on the side. I love to serve this with brown jasmine rice!

Photo Source: How Sweet Eats

Recipe adapted from: How Sweet Eats

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