Apricot Glazed Chicken with Quinoa Pilaf
A bitter-tasting compound called saponin coats the outside of quinoa seeds, requiring a quick rinse to remove it. But check the package: some brands come pre-rinsed, saving you a step.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup quinoa
- ¼ cup apricot jam
- 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
- pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- ½ cup sliced almonds, toasted
- ½ cup chopped dried apricots (see tip)
- ¼ cup chopped pitted castelvetrano olives
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt, divided
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed