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French Apple Cider Chicken

Delicious French Apple Cider Chicken for Cozy Nights

Experience the heartwarming delight of French Apple Cider Chicken, a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, flavorful sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on for juiciness
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Apple Tart varieties like Granny Smith or Fuji
  • 2 cups Apple Cider Dry French apple cider preferred
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Or Rosemary, for added flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard For a mild tang in the sauce

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper on both sides, allowing to sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same pan, sauté sliced onion for about 5 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add apple slices and optional herbs to the pan, cooking for 2-3 minutes until apples soften.
  5. Pour in apple cider and chicken broth, scraping browned bits. Return chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Remove chicken from the pan. Whisk in Dijon mustard and heavy cream to the remaining liquid, adjusting seasoning as needed and warming chicken briefly in the sauce.
  7. Serve the chicken warm, garnished with fresh thyme, alongside bread or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stove.

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