Description
Indulge in the flavors of fall with this Skillet Apple Cider Chicken, a delightful one-skillet meal that combines tender chicken thighs with the natural sweetness of apples and a rich apple cider sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the senses. The savory spices create a warm, aromatic dish that’s sure to impress your guests while keeping clean-up simple and hassle-free. Elevate your dinner experience with this comforting and nutritious recipe that brings together the best of seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups apple slices
- 1/3 cup chopped shallots
- 1/3 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Spice mix (salt, coriander, cinnamon, nutmeg, thyme, black pepper)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, mix spices and season both sides of chicken thighs.
- Add oil to the skillet and cook chicken for about 10 minutes until golden and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter and add brown sugar, apple slices, shallots, and remaining salt; cook until apples soften.
- Stir in apple cider and let sauce thicken slightly before returning chicken to the skillet for an additional two minutes.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg