Best 4 Apricot Barbecue Sauce For Grilling Recipes

**Apricot Barbecue Sauce: A Sweet and Tangy Twist to Your Grilling Adventures**

Elevate your grilling game with the irresistible Apricot Barbecue Sauce, a delightful blend of sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors. This versatile sauce is perfect for basting, marinating, or dipping, adding a burst of flavor to a variety of grilled meats, poultry, and vegetables.

With just a handful of pantry staples, you can craft this delectable sauce in no time. The combination of apricot preserves, brown sugar, vinegar, and a touch of spice creates a harmonious balance of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds.

Fire up your grill and prepare to embark on a culinary journey, where smoky aromas dance in the air and succulent grilled creations await your indulgence. From classic grilled chicken to tender pork ribs and flavorful vegetable skewers, the Apricot Barbecue Sauce will transform your grilling experience into a symphony of taste.

This article presents three tempting recipes that showcase the versatility of the Apricot Barbecue Sauce:

1. **Apricot Barbecue Chicken:** Succulent chicken breasts marinated in the tangy apricot sauce, grilled to perfection and served with a side of roasted vegetables.

2. **Apricot Barbecue Pork Ribs:** Fall-off-the-bone pork ribs slow-cooked in the sweet and smoky sauce, a dish that will steal the spotlight at any barbecue gathering.

3. **Grilled Vegetable Skewers with Apricot Barbecue Sauce:** Colorful skewers of grilled vegetables, coated in the flavorful sauce, a healthy and delectable side dish.

Get ready to ignite your taste buds and create unforgettable grilled meals with the Apricot Barbecue Sauce. Its unique blend of flavors will make you the envy of your neighborhood cookouts!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET AND SPICY APRICOT BBQ CHICKEN THIGHS

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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 servings, 2 cups sauce

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

Canola oil
1 cup finely chopped yellow onion (1 small onion)
1 tablespoon minced Fresno chile, seeds removed (1 chile)
1 tablespoon minced garlic (4 cloves)
One 13-ounce jar apricot jam
1/2 cup fresh orange juice (1 large orange)
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
16 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
Canola oil
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

For the apricot BBQ sauce: Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until soft, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chile and garlic; cook an additional 2 minutes. Stir in the apricot jam; cook until the jam melts, 3 to 4 minutes more. Pour in the orange juice and cider vinegar, bring to a simmer, and then add the ketchup, honey, Dijon and Worcestershire. Adjust the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring often, until thickened, 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
Transfer the sauce to a blender and puree until smooth. Add salt to taste. Remove 1 cup for basting the chicken; reserve the rest for serving.
For the chicken thighs: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. In a small bowl, stir together the smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper.
Place the chicken thighs on two foil-lined baking sheets. Lightly coat the thighs with canola oil and sprinkle liberally with the spice mixture on both sides.
Bake until the chicken is cooked through, 35 minutes. Turn the oven to broil. Baste the chicken with BBQ sauce and broil until the sauce has caramelized and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the chicken reads 160 degrees F, about 2 minutes. Remove to a platter, let rest for 5 minutes
Sprinkle the chicken with parsley, and serve with the reserved BBQ sauce.

APRICOT BARBECUE SAUCE FOR GRILLING

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The sweet taste of this BBQ sauce will be a great addition to your next barbecue. We tried it on a cornish hen and it was delish. Try it with pork too.

Provided by Amy Jajliardo

Categories Other Sauces

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

8 oz apricot preserves
1 pkg taco seasoning mix
1 tsp dry mustard
1/3 c ketchup
1 Tbsp salsa chipotle sauce (can add more)
3 Tbsp cider vinegar

Steps:

1. Combine everything together in a bowl and mix well.
2. Use this sauce for any meat you want to grill. We used chicken breasts and let them marinate in the sauce for about 45 minutes.
3. Enjoy!!

APRICOT BBQ SAUCE

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A tangy and sweet apricot bbq sauce that is great for meats and vegetables. Baste it over grilled chicken or vegetable kabobs at your next cookout.

Provided by Sauce Fanatic

Categories Condiments

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon Canola oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
13-ounces apricot jam
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder and cook until spices are fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the apricot jam; cook until the jam melts, 3 to 4 minutes more.
Pour in the water, cider vinegar, bring to a simmer, and then add the ketchup, honey, Dijon, and Worcestershire.
Adjust the heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring often, until reduced by half, 30-35 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Carbohydrate 40 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 2 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 288 milligrams sodium, Sugar 28 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams unsaturated fat

APRICOT BBQ SAUCE

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Cost to make this BBQ sauce is $1.76. I found this recipe in Family Circle magazine. I have not tried this recipe, but I'm posting it for safe keeping.

Provided by internetnut

Categories Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 2 1/3 cups, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup apricot preserves
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

Combine all the sauce ingredients in medium-size saucepan.
Bring to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 10 minutes.
(Sauce can be refrigerated, covered, for up to 2 days).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.9, Fat 0.2, Sodium 485.7, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 21.6, Protein 1.1

Tips:

For a tangy and flavorful barbecue sauce, use a combination of apricot preserves and apple cider vinegar.
Enhance the smoky flavor by adding a teaspoon of liquid smoke or smoked paprika.
Balance the sweetness of the apricots with a touch of Dijon mustard or Sriracha.
Add some chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro, parsley, or thyme, for an extra burst of flavor.
To make the sauce thicker, simmer it for a longer period of time or add a cornstarch slurry.
Use the apricot barbecue sauce as a marinade for grilled chicken, pork, or tofu.
Brush the sauce on grilled vegetables or fruit for a sweet and savory side dish.

Conclusion:

Apricot barbecue sauce is a delicious and versatile condiment that can be used to enhance the flavor of grilled meats, vegetables, and fruit. With its sweet, tangy, and smoky flavor, this sauce is sure to become a favorite at your next barbecue or cookout. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy the deliciousness of apricot barbecue sauce!