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Roast Chicken Thighs with Apricots is a beloved dish in Israeli cuisine, reflecting the region's rich agricultural heritage. The combination of tender chicken and sweet apricots creates a delightful balance of flavors that is often served during family gatherings and festive occasions. This dish showcases how Middle Eastern cooking embraces both savory and sweet elements, making it a favorite in many households.

Ingredients

  • chicken thighs
  • apricots
  • olive oil
  • onion
  • garlic
  • chicken broth
  • cinnamon
  • cumin
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • parsley
  • lemon juice
  • carrots
  • almonds

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  4. 4Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. 5Flip the chicken thighs and add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. 6Stir in chopped apricots, carrots, chicken broth, cinnamon, and cumin.
  7. 7Bring the mixture to a simmer, then remove from heat.
  8. 8Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  9. 9Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  10. 10Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
  11. 11Serve with toasted almonds on top.

Ingredient Alternatives

apricots

Healthier: dried apricots

Cheaper: peaches

Dried apricots maintain sweetness and texture, while peaches are often less expensive.

chicken thighs

Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Skinless thighs reduce fat while drumsticks are a budget-friendly alternative.

almonds

Healthier: walnuts

Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are often cheaper.

olive oil

Healthier: avocado oil

Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a more economical choice.

Techniques

searingroasting

Equipment

oven-safe skilletmeat thermometercutting boardknife
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Also Known As

Apricot ChickenChicken with Apricots

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 2 tbsp miso paste
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2In a large bowl, whisk together the miso paste, honey, olive oil, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. 3Add the halved Brussels sprouts to the bowl and toss until they are well coated with the miso-honey mixture.
  4. 4Spread the Brussels sprouts in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. 5Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
  6. 6Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
  7. 7Transfer the roasted Brussels sprouts to a serving dish.
  8. 8Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Equipment

baking sheetparchment papermixing bowlwhisk

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. 2In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom.
  3. 3In a large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar and olive oil until well combined.
  4. 4Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the buttermilk, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
  5. 5Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. 6Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. 7Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. 8While the cake is baking, prepare the orange glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and fresh orange juice in a small bowl until smooth.
  9. 9Once the cake is done, let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. 10Drizzle the orange glaze over the cooled cake before serving.

Equipment

9-inch round cake panmixing bowlswhiskspatulatoothpickwire rack

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