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Chinese Dried Apricot Chicken Recipe

Chinese · Main course · 35 min total

A sweet and tangy stir-fry featuring tender chicken and dried apricots in a savory sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 cup dried apricots, halved
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine chicken with soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, cornstarch, and white pepper. Marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and ginger, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add dried apricots, chicken broth, honey, and rice vinegar. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes until apricots soften.
5. Return chicken to the wok. Toss to coat in sauce and heat through, about 1 minute.
6. Remove from heat. Stir in sesame oil and garnish with green onions. Serve immediately over steamed rice.

Tips

• For a spicier version, add 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes with the garlic.
• Substitute dried apricots with dried peaches or nectarines if desired.
• Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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