For a richer flavor, consider using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs instead of drumsticks. Adjust the amount of Madras curry powder and red pepper flakes to suit your preferred level of spiciness. Toasted slivered almonds or chopped cilantro make a beautiful and flavorful garnish. Serve over a bed of fluffy basmati rice or alongside warm naan bread for soaking up the delicious sauce.
Apricot Chicken Curry
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME40 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS37
Embark on a culinary adventure with this vibrant Apricot Chicken Curry! Juicy chicken pieces are simmered in a luscious apricot nectar sauce, infused with aromatic spices and studded with sweet and tangy dried apricots. A delightful harmony of sweet, savory, and subtly spicy flavors awaits.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate75 g
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Cholesterol117 mg
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Fiber9 g
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Protein40 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium168 mg
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Sugar59 g
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Fat23 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
0 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Season chicken with salt and pepper.
02
Step
2 mins
Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until garlic is soft and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add chicken and brown for about 3 minutes per side.
03
Step
10 mins
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until chicken is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
04
Step
0 mins
Bring apricot nectar to a boil in a large pot over medium-high heat, then reduce then heat to medium-low. Mix water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir into apricot nectar. Stir in curry powder, then apricots. Add baked chicken.
05
Step
5 mins
Place the cast iron skillet with chicken drippings over medium heat. Stir in carrots, onion, bell pepper, and chile pepper; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Pour chicken and apricot sauce into the skillet; cover and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Season again with salt and pepper. Stir in water chestnuts just before serving.
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Giles Weissnat
Jun 9, 2025I found that using fresh apricots (when in season) intensifies the fruity flavor!
Deja Littel
May 24, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The apricot nectar adds a unique sweetness that balances the curry perfectly.
Arnulfo Casper
Apr 28, 2025I added a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat, and it was delicious!
Greg West
Apr 23, 2025The water chestnuts add a nice crunch. Don't skip them!
Assunta Kilback
Feb 6, 2025The chicken was so tender and flavorful. My family loved it!
Reid Cummingskilback
Feb 4, 2025Easy to follow and the results were amazing. A new family favorite!
Ruth Mayer
Dec 26, 2024I used chicken thighs, and it worked out great. Will definitely make this again!