Best 7 Apricot Brandy Chicken Recipes

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Aromatic and flavorful, apricot brandy chicken is a dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its delightful blend of sweet, savory, and boozy notes. This delectable dish features tender chicken pieces marinated in a mixture of apricot brandy, Dijon mustard, garlic, herbs, and spices, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on the palate. The chicken is then pan-seared to achieve a golden brown crust, locking in the juices and infusing it with a delightful smokiness. Alongside the chicken, the dish is accompanied by a medley of roasted vegetables, such as carrots, parsnips, and bell peppers, which are caramelized to perfection and seasoned with a sprinkle of herbs. The apricot brandy sauce, made with a reduction of the marinade, is poured over the chicken and vegetables, adding a luscious glaze that elevates the dish to a new level of culinary excellence. This recipe also includes instructions for preparing a refreshing apricot brandy cocktail, perfect for sipping alongside this savory dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

APRICOT CHICKEN



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
2 pounds chicken tenderloins, cut in 1/2 across on an angle
Salt and pepper
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons cider or white wine vinegar
12 dried pitted apricots, chopped
2 cups chicken stock
1 cup apricot all fruit spread or apricot preserves
3 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet with a lid over medium high heat. Add oil and chicken. Season with salt and pepper. Lightly brown the chicken a few minutes on each side, add onions. Cook 5 minutes. Add vinegar to the pan and let it evaporate. Add apricots and stock. When stock comes to a bubble, add preserves and stir to combine. Cover pan, reduce heat and simmer 10 to 15 minutes. Serve chicken with a sprinkle of chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calorie, Fat 9 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 97 milligrams, Sodium 309 milligrams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 26 grams

APRICOT BRANDY CHICKEN



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This is a super simple quick recipe to make, it tastes wonderful and the sauce goes really well with the chicken. We all enjoyed it very much and both my son and husband thought it was moreish.

Provided by The Flying Chef

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 chicken breasts
4 tablespoons brandy
3 tablespoons apricot jam
1 cup water
1 teaspoon instant chicken bouillon granules
1 teaspoon whole grain mustard
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, finely chopped
1 teaspoon cornflour
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large fry pan heat some oil, add chicken and brown well on both sides. Remove and set to one side.
  • In the same pan add water, brandy, jam, stock and mustard stir to combine, mix a little water with the cornflour and add to sauce, stir until mixture thickens.
  • Add sour cream, return chicken to pan cook for about 10-15 Min's over a low heat to cook chicken through, stir in tarragon. Remove chicken and slice thickly.
  • To Serve: I served mine over celeriac mash drizzled with sauce and garnished with half an apricot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 391.1, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 107.9, Sodium 425.2, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 7.5, Protein 31.5

HONEY-APRICOT-GLAZED CHICKEN



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This saucy slow cooker chicken lives at the flavorful intersection where sweet and savory meet. Never cooked with apricot brandy? It lends a unique fruity richness to this dish and can be found in most liquor stores shelved with flavored other liqueurs.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 4h45m

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 skinless, bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 lb.)
1 teaspoon table salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large onion, vertically sliced
1/4 cup apricot brandy
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 (6-oz.) package dried apricots, halved
1 tablespoon cold butter
Garnish: fresh oregano

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add half of chicken, and cook 3 minutes on each side or until browned. Repeat with remaining oil and chicken. Transfer chicken to a 5-qt. slow cooker.
  • Add onion to skillet; cook, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until tender and golden brown. Add brandy, and cook 2 minutes or until liquid is almost evaporated, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of skillet.
  • Add onion mixture to slow cooker. Whisk together honey, mustard, and chicken broth. Pour over onions. Cover and cook on LOW 4 hours or until chicken is tender, adding dried apricots halfway through.
  • Transfer chicken, onions, and apricots to a serving platter; cover with foil to keep warm. Pour liquid from slow cooker through a fine wire-mesh strainer into a small saucepan; discard solids. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to medium, and simmer 10 minutes or until reduced to about 3/4 cup. Whisk in butter, and serve with chicken.

FANTASTIC APRICOT CHICKEN



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The best apricot chicken recipe in the world. You will love it as much as everyone I know that has tasted it. Yummy, yummy, yummy, yummy need I say more?

Provided by Ben Ross

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 kg chicken breast
1 package French onion soup
1 (500 ml) can apricot halves
1 (500 ml) can apricot nectar
1 cup cornflour
pepper
oil (a tiny bit)
pasta (of your choice)

Steps:

  • Cut the chicken breasts into cubes.
  • Place the cornflour and pepper in a small plastic bag so that you can shake the cornflour onto the chicken pieces.
  • Start cooking your pasta so that it is ready when the chicken is.
  • Shake the cornflour onto the chicken pieces.
  • Place the oil into a frying pan and cook the chicken so that it is fully cooked.
  • Mix the french onion soup and apricot nectar together and add to the chicken in the frying pan.
  • Cook and stir for a couple of minutes.
  • Add the apricot halves and the juice from the apricot halves.
  • Stir continually and cook for a further 10-15 minutes so that the flavor can be absorbed by the chicken.
  • Serve.

APRICOT HONEY CHICKEN



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Apricot Honey Chicken is a sheer delight with its sweet, fruity sauce. There's no need to heat up the oven for this flavorful entree, so you can even enjoy it during the summer...or any time of year. -Kathy Hawkins, Ingleside, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
3 tablespoons apricot preserves
2 tablespoons orange juice
4 teaspoons honey

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 7-9 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°., Combine the preserves, orange juice and honey; pour over chicken. Cook for 2 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BAKED APRICOT CHICKEN



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Simply delicious. Quick and easy recipe for the busy homemaker. Serve with rice if desired.

Provided by SHANG

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

12 chicken thighs
1 cup apricot preserves
1 cup French dressing
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl combine the jam, dressing and soup mix. Mix together.
  • Place chicken pieces in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour apricot mixture over chicken and bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342.3 calories, Carbohydrate 23.3 g, Cholesterol 58.5 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 444.3 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

APRICOT BRANDY



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My dad loved apricot brandy. He would have loved this recipe which I got from a community cookbook somewhere.

Provided by Darlene Summers

Categories     Beverages

Time P8D

Yield 1 quart

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 lbs dried apricots
1 quart vodka
1 lb sugar

Steps:

  • Place ingredients (DO NOT MIX) in a 1/2 gallon flat topped glass jar.
  • Turn jar twice a day for 8 days (allowing jar to sit on its top for half a day).
  • Batch is ready.
  • You may use the same apricots, more sugar, and vodka added to make another batch, but let second batch sit for 12 to 14 days.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy apricots: The flavor of the apricots will shine through in the final dish, so it's important to use the best quality fruit you can find.
  • Use a good quality brandy: The brandy will add depth of flavor to the sauce, so don't skimp on it. A good Cognac or Armagnac would be a good choice.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When searing the chicken, be sure to give it enough space so that it can brown evenly. If you overcrowd the pan, the chicken will steam instead of sear.
  • Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through: Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough. To avoid this, use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.

Conclusion:

Apricot brandy chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The combination of sweet apricots, tangy brandy, and savory chicken is sure to please everyone at the table. Give this recipe a try today!

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