Delicious Apricot Chicken Curry Recipe for Your Dinner

Apricot Chicken Curry — a indian recipe (main course) with 13 ingredients. Source: edamam.com.

Medium
Updated March 20, 2026

45

Total Time (min)

4

servings

330

Calories/serving

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Apricot Chicken Curry Recipe for Your Dinner

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1 lb chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
  • 1 cup apricots (dried or fresh, chopped)
  • 1 large onion (finely chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp ginger (grated)
  • 2 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions

7 steps

  1. Prepare the Ingredients

    Chop the chicken thighs, apricots, onion, garlic, and ginger.

    Ensure all ingredients are prepped before cooking.
  2. Sauté the Onions

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onions until translucent.

    Do not let the onions brown.
  3. Add Garlic and Ginger

    Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet and cook for 1 minute.

    Stir frequently to prevent burning.
  4. Cook the Chicken

    Add chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides.

    Ensure chicken is cooked through.
  5. Add Spices and Liquids

    Stir in curry powder, coconut milk, chicken broth, and honey. Mix well.

    Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Incorporate Apricots

    Add chopped apricots, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.

    Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Finish with Lime Juice

    Stir in lime juice before serving.

    This adds a fresh flavor.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Health: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Wheat-Free, Egg-Free, Peanut-Free, Tree-Nut-Free

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 3 days in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.

What to Serve With

Complete your indian meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Naan bread or basmati rice
🍽️Raita
🍽️Mango chutney

About This Dish

Delicious Apricot Chicken Curry Recipe for Your Dinner is a beloved dish from Indian cuisine. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Indian cuisine reflects the country's incredible diversity, with flavors and techniques varying dramatically from north to south, east to west. The masterful use of spices is the hallmark of Indian cooking.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 13 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, you can substitute with peaches or mangoes.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories350kcal
Total Fat15gg
Sodium500mgmg
Total Carbohydrates30gg
Dietary Fiber3gg
Total Sugars8gg
Protein25gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineIndian