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Sugar-Free Apricot Glazed Chicken Thighs, plated and ready to serve

Apricot glazes show up often in Sephardic and Mizrahi holiday cooking, and the sweetness pairs naturally with roasted chicken. This version keeps that same glossy, fruit-forward finish without any added sugar.

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Sugar-Free Apricot Glazed Chicken Thighs

Bone-in chicken thighs roasted under a glossy, sugar-free apricot glaze.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 35

Total Time: 45

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Jewish

Servings: servings

Calories: 370kcal

Ingredients

6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 cup sugar-free apricot preserves
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
Whisk together apricot preserves, vinegar, olive oil, ginger, and cinnamon to make the glaze.
Arrange chicken skin-side up on a baking sheet and brush generously with the glaze.
Roast 30–35 minutes, brushing with more glaze halfway through, until the skin is deeply golden and a thermometer reads 165°F (74°C).
Rest 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 370kcal | Protein: 30g | Fat: 24g | Fiber: 1g

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Health Benefits

Bone-in chicken thighs provide flavorful, moist protein.
A sugar-free glaze delivers the classic sweet finish without a significant sugar load.
A simple, mostly hands-off preparation well suited to a busy holiday cooking schedule.

Pairs Well With

Israeli Roasted Eggplant
Cabbage and Carrot Slaw