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Flavorful Rosemary Apricot Glazed Chicken with Roasted Potatoes

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A quick and easy recipe featuring juicy bone-in chicken thighs glazed with a sweet and tangy apricot rosemary sauce, roasted alongside crispy golden potatoes. Perfect for cozy dinners and impressing guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • 1/2 cup apricot preserves
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1.5 lbs baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes, halved or quartered
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (for potatoes)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper until well coated.
  3. Spread the potatoes evenly on a rimmed baking sheet, leaving space between pieces.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together apricot preserves, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons chopped rosemary to make the glaze.
  5. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
  6. Place the chicken thighs skin-side up among the potatoes on the baking sheet, leaving some space between pieces.
  7. Brush the chicken skin and exposed potatoes with about half of the apricot glaze using a basting brush or spoon.
  8. Roast in the oven for 25 minutes. Halfway through, baste the chicken again with the remaining glaze and gently toss the potatoes for even roasting.
  9. Check that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and that the skin is caramelized. Potatoes should be tender inside and crisp outside.
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in juices.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry before seasoning to ensure crispiness. Apply glaze in two parts to build flavor and prevent burning. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure potatoes roast instead of steam. If glaze browns too quickly, tent pan loosely with foil for last 5-10 minutes. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. For dairy-free, olive oil is naturally suitable. Adjust cooking time if using skinless chicken breasts to avoid drying out.

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