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Apple Cider Chicken
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Apple Cider Chicken

A cozy one-pan dinner: juicy Apple Cider Chicken with sweet apples and rosemary in a tangy cider glaze. Ready in 30 minutes
Keyword Apple Cider, Apples, Chicken, Dijon Mustard
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 260kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 tsp extra virgin olive oil divided
  • lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper divided
  • 1 tsp salt divided
  • ½ cup apple cider
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 3 medium firm sweet apples cored and sliced ~½-inch thick
  • 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary plus more for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the tops of the chicken thighs with ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. When the oil is hot and shimmering, place the seasoned side down. Cook 4 minutes, then flip. Continue cooking until chicken reaches about 160 °F (about 3–4 more minutes). Remove chicken, cover loosely with foil, and rest.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the apple cider and Dijon mustard to form your cider mixture. Set aside.
  • Wipe out (or gently wipe) the skillet, then add the remaining 2 tsp oil. Heat over medium-high. Add the apple slices, remaining ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper, and the rosemary. Cook ~5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples start to soften and take on light golden edges.
  • Return the chicken to the pan and pour the cider-mustard mixture over. Gently tilt the chicken in the sauce so everything gets coated. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165 °F) and sauce thickens slightly.
  • Garnish with extra rosemary and plate the chicken. Spoon the apples and sauce over top to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 260kcal