Sautéed Chicken with Sweet and Tangy Apricot Glaze

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Pan-seared and coated with a vibrant, tangy apricot glaze that balances sweetness and subtle acidity. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 chicken breasts (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper evenly.
  2. Step 2: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Step 3: Remove chicken and set aside on a plate. Lower heat to medium and add 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/3 cup apricot preserves, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves. Cook and stir for 3-4 minutes until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  5. Step 5: Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the glaze over each piece, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors before serving.

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