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Sun-Kissed Apricot Chicken with Smoky Scallions

A vibrant sheet-pan chicken recipe featuring the tangy-sweet notes of apricot and the irresistible char from smoky scallions. Simple, fast, and bursting with flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons apricot jam
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 bunch scallions roughly trimmed

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F. Lightly oil a sheet pan and pat the chicken dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, quickly sear the chicken on both sides until lightly golden for about 2 minutes per side. This lock in juices before finishing in the oven.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together apricot jam, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Drizzle the mixture evenly over the chicken.
  4. Arrange the seared chicken on the sheet pan. Scatter the scallions around and over the chicken. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the chicken is just cooked through and juicy.
  5. For an extra layer of flavor, switch your oven to broil for the last 2 minutes. Keep a close eye until the scallions get a beautiful charred finish.
  6. Spoon any pan juices over your plated chicken. This dish pairs beautifully with a warm bowl of rice or steamed veggies.