Ingredients
4 boneless skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
½ cup apricot preserves (unsweetened or regular)
2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish
1 teaspoon vegetable oil (for searing)
Instructions
Preheat broiler (or grill) to high heat for 5 minutes.
Whisk apricot preserves, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl to form glaze.
Pat chicken thighs dry. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear skin-side down for 5-7 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a broiler-safe pan.
Brush both sides of chicken with glaze. Place 4-6 inches from heat source (or directly over grill flames) and broil for 3-5 minutes until glossy and bubbly, turning once.
Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
Boneless skin-on thighs ensure optimal juiciness and browning.
For broiling: Adjust rack position for even glaze caramelization.
Serving suggestion: Pair with steamed jasmine rice and charred bok choy or asparagus.
Glaze ingredients can be pre-mixed and refrigerated for 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Cozy Chicken
- Method: Broiling/Grilling
- Cuisine: American-Asian Fusion
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg