Savory Apple Cider Chicken Recipe for Cozy Autumn Nights

Enjoy this flavorful Apple Cider Chicken recipe, featuring tender chicken thighs, sweet Honeycrisp apples, and aromatic rosemary for a delightful autumn meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Bone-In Chicken Thighs Skin-on thighs provide best flavor.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any cooking oil.

For the Flavoring

1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used as an alternative.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works if you prefer milder flavor.
2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Dried thyme can be used in a pinch, about 1 tsp suffices.
2 teaspoons Fresh Rosemary Substitute with 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary if needed.

For the Sauce

1 large Red Onion Yellow or white onions are good substitutes.
2 pieces Honeycrisp Apples Any similar sweet apple variety will work.
4 tablespoons Salted Butter Unsalted butter can be used for salt control.
1 cup Apple Cider Using pure apple cider is best for flavor.
1/2 cup Chicken Broth or White Wine Choose broth for savory depth or white wine for tangy touch.
2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Whole grain mustard can be a fun textural alternative.
3 cloves Garlic Minced is preferred, but garlic powder is a fine substitute.

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste for the best results.
1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste for the best results.

Equipment

Oven-safe skillet

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large, oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, sear skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
Remove chicken from skillet. Add red onions and Honeycrisp apples to residual oil. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
Pour in apple cider and chicken broth or white wine. Stir in Dijon mustard and minced garlic. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
Return chicken to skillet, ladle sauce over them, and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
Remove chicken from the oven. For a thicker sauce, place skillet on stovetop and reduce the sauce further. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 34gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Let chicken rest for 5-10 minutes after cooking for juicy flavors. Use pure apple cider for best flavor. An oven-safe skillet is key for even roasting.

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