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French Apple Cider Chicken

Savory French Apple Cider Chicken You'll Crave Again

French Apple Cider Chicken is a comforting dish that combines savory chicken with sweet apples and a creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs Juicy and flavorful
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil or Butter For frying
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute with shallots or green onions
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh is best
For the Sauce
  • 1 large Apple Crisp variety like Granny Smith
  • 1 cup Apple cider Dry French apple cider preferred
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard Adds a tangy element
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Can use half-and-half or plant-based cream

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Steps
  1. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper on both sides, then set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden, then flip and cook 3-4 more minutes. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and cook for 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds.
  4. Add sliced apples with fresh thyme and rosemary, cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Pour in apple cider and chicken broth, bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet skin-side up, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Remove chicken, stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream into the sauce, adjust seasoning, then return chicken briefly to warm it up.
  8. Garnish with fresh thyme and parsley, serve warm with crusty bread or sides of choice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh high-quality ingredients and monitor cooking times closely to avoid dryness. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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