Description
A comforting dish of succulent chicken and spiced apples, bathed in fragrant apple cider, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Chicken Thighs or Breasts (bone-in or boneless)
- 1 cup Apple Cider
- 2 firm Apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 Onion, sliced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or Rosemary
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Start by peeling, coring, and slicing your apples. Mix them with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a dash of nutmeg.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then brown on both sides until golden—about 5-7 minutes.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet, lower the heat and add another knob of butter. Sauté sliced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
- Deglaze the Pan: Pour in the apple cider, scraping the skillet’s bottom to release those flavorful brown bits. Bring this to a gentle simmer.
- Combine Ingredients: Nestle the seared chicken back into the skillet, followed by the spiced apple slices. Let everything simmer together for about 15-20 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Baste and Serve: Occasionally, baste the chicken with the sauce as it cooks. Once done, let it rest for a few minutes before plating.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Serve your Skillet Apple Cider Chicken with Spiced Apples right from the skillet, garnished with fresh herbs for an added touch of flavor.
Notes
For substitutions, turkey can replace chicken, and vegetable broth may be used in place of apple cider for a lighter version. Adding a splash of brandy or bourbon can enhance the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, apple cider, fall recipes, comfort food, family dinner
