Apple Cider Chicken
A one-pan autumn chicken dish with juicy seared thighs simmered in a tangy apple cider Dijon sauce with apples and rosemary, ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tsp kosher salt, divided
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, divided
1/2 cup fresh apple cider
2 tsp Dijon mustard
3 firm sweet apples (such as Gala), cored and sliced
2 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with half the salt and pepper, then sear 4 minutes per side until browned and cooked to 160°F. Remove and tent with foil.
- Wipe skillet clean. Add remaining oil, apples, remaining salt, pepper, and rosemary. Cook 5 minutes until tender and golden.
- Whisk cider and Dijon together. Pour over apples, return chicken to pan, and simmer 4–5 minutes until sauce reduces by half.
- Garnish with extra rosemary and serve warm.
Notes
Substitute chicken breasts for thighs, adjusting cook time to prevent dryness.
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a tangier flavor profile.
Add sautéed onions or shallots with apples for more depth.
A splash of apple cider vinegar can brighten the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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