Honey-Glazed Utah Apricot Chicken Thighs with Rosemary

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Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet Utah apricot honey sauce and infused with fragrant fresh rosemary for a bright, savory finish. This American-inspired meal-prep recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 6 American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry and season evenly with 1 1/2 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken thighs skin side down and sear for 5-6 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip and cook 3 minutes more.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup Utah apricot preserves, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 3 minced garlic cloves.
  4. Step 4: Pour apricot glaze evenly over chicken thighs, then transfer skillet to oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken registers 165°F internally and glaze is bubbly and caramelized.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven, spoon extra glaze over chicken, and let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Utah Apricot Chicken Thighs with Rosemary take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Utah Apricot Chicken Thighs with Rosemary?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep salt from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Utah Apricot Chicken Thighs with Rosemary?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey-Glazed Utah Apricot Chicken Thighs with Rosemary for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey-Glazed Utah Apricot Chicken Thighs with Rosemary?

American meal prep like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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