Best 2 Slow Cooked Apricot Thyme Chicken Redux Recipes

**Slow-Cooked Apricot Thyme Chicken: A Flavorful and Easy Weeknight Meal**

Treat yourself to a delectable and hassle-free dinner with our slow-cooked apricot thyme chicken. This dish combines the tangy sweetness of apricots with the aromatic essence of thyme, creating a delightful harmony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The chicken is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and juicy meat that falls off the bone. Served with a delightful apricot thyme sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Additionally, we've included two additional recipes to complement your apricot thyme chicken: a refreshing apricot thyme salad and a decadent apricot thyme upside-down cake. These recipes offer a complete meal experience, from a light and flavorful salad to a sweet and satisfying dessert. Get ready to indulge in a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more!

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SLOW-COOKED APRICOT-THYME CHICKEN (REDUX)

Slow-Cooked Apricot-Thyme Chicken (Redux) image

I acted on some of the comments of the brave souls in RSC#15 who tried this and changed the amount of onion soup from the original! Their input, I promise you, make it a better recipe. A blend of sweet and savory flavors transforms this inexpensive meat into an enticing meal that looks special even though it's made simple in a slow cooker. Use a low-sodium soup mix or ChefDee's Substitute for 1 Envelope Onion Soup Mix and sugar-free preserves for a healthier version.

Provided by East Wind Goddess

Time 4h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

12 chicken thighs (boneless, skinlesss)
salt and pepper (to taste)
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon onion soup mix
1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
3/4 cup apricot preserves (or jam)
1 cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional)

Steps:

Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
In a pan, heat oil and butter and place chicken thighs in it. Saute until lightly browned.
Arrange chicken pieces in 3-4 quart slow cooker.
Use the sherry to deglaze the pan, stirring until the volume is reduced by half.
Mix remaining ingredients in the pan and pour over chicken. Stir to coat.
Cover crock pot and cook on low for until chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender. In my hamilton Beach, it's about 4 hours, but cooking times vary so much in slow cookers, it's best to check.
Optional: When the dish is almost ready, combine the cornstarch with 3 tablespoons liquid from the crock pot and mix until smooth. Add back to the crock pot; turn to high for 10-15 minutes until sauce is thickened.

APRICOT PASTRY

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A nice cooky like base covered with cooked apricot puree and finished with a lattice covering and sprinkled with powdered sugar at serving time. This was another of my mother's favorites...and mine, too. Pretty looking and good.

Provided by superbuna

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 1h25m

Yield 45 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 grated lemon, rind of
2 -4 tablespoons sour cream
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 lb sweet butter
4 egg yolks
1 lb dried apricot
water
granulated sugar

Steps:

For the dough:.
Sift flour, baking powder and sugar into bowl.
Add lemon rind and butter.
Work butter into flour mixture as for pie crust.
Add egg yolks and enough sour cream so that when it's mixed it resembles soft pie dough.
Gather into ball and divide into 4 parts.
Put one part to the side.
Pat remaining dough into an ungreased 11 x 17 x 1 inch jelly roll pan.
Bake in 350 degree F. oven for 12 minutes to set the dough.
Remove from oven and spread with Apricot Filling.
For the filling:.
Place apricots in saucepan and pour enough water to cover apricots by an inch.
Cook over medium heat until apricots are soft and liquid has been reduced, stirring occasionally so they don't stick to pan.
Mash apricots with a fork or an immersion blender to a somewhat smooth puree.
Add sugar to desired sweetness.
Filling must be thick and not runny.
Finish assembling:.
Roll remainder of dough to 1/8" thickness and cut into 1/2" strips with pie jagger or knife.
Arrange diagonally in lattice fashion over apricots, or you can roll pieces of dough into 1/4" diameter and arrange as above.
Bake in 350 degree F. oven for approximately 30 minutes or until lightly browned around edges.
Before serving sprinkle with sifted powdered sugar and cut into small squares or diamond shaped pieces.
NOTE: I like to trim the edges of the pastry before cutting into serving pieces. It looks better, and the trimmings are delicious with coffee as the baker's reward for the work!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.3, Fat 4.7, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 25.9, Sodium 6.9, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 8.8, Protein 1.8

Tips:

Choose the right chicken: Use a whole chicken or chicken breasts for this recipe. Make sure the chicken is free-range and organic if possible.
Use ripe apricots: Fresh or dried apricots can be used in this recipe. If using dried apricots, soak them in hot water for 15 minutes before using.
Don't overcrowd the slow cooker: Place the chicken and apricots in a single layer in the slow cooker. If the slow cooker is too crowded, the chicken and apricots won't cook evenly.
Cook on low: Cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through. This will help the chicken stay moist and tender.
Add the thyme at the end: Add the thyme to the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking. This will help preserve the flavor of the thyme.

Conclusion:

This slow-cooked apricot-thyme chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make meal. The chicken is moist and tender, and the apricots and thyme add a sweet and savory flavor. This recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. It can be served with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.