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Fig Glazed Skillet Chicken

Fig Glazed Skillet Chicken

Elevate your dinner table with Fig Glazed Skillet Chicken, a harmonious blend of savory chicken and sticky, sweet glaze. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, offering a unique flavor profile that will impress your guests. The combination of balsamic vinegar and fig preserves creates an irresistible sauce that enhances the chicken’s juiciness and taste. With minimal prep time and easy clean-up, this one-pan wonder promises to be a hit at any meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 3 sprigs rosemary (destemmed and minced)
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 fryer chicken (cut into 6 or 8 pieces)
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 cup fig preserves
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 °F (218 °C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, half of the garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Rub the butter mixture over the chicken pieces placed in a cast iron skillet.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven while preparing the glaze.
  5. Whisk together balsamic vinegar, fig preserves, remaining garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
  6. After 15 minutes of roasting, baste the chicken with glaze and continue cooking until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F (74 °C).
  7. Serve directly from the skillet for a rustic presentation.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 150g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 19g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Baste regularly for moist chicken. Experiment with different fruit preserves for varied tastes.

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