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Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

Cozy Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken for Heartwarming Dinners

This Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken is a crowd-pleasing dish that offers warmth and flavor, perfect for autumn dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-In Chicken Thighs These offer a rich flavor and retain moisture.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For searing the chicken.
For the Spice Blend
  • 2 tsp Onion Powder Adds savory depth.
  • 2 tsp Garlic Powder Enhances aroma.
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Contributes subtle smokiness.
  • 1 tsp Fresh Thyme Provides herbaceous notes.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Rosemary, chopped Offers fragrant freshness.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Salted Butter Adds richness.
  • 3/4 cup Apple Cider Brings sweetness and tang.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth or White Wine Enhances flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard Gives a tangy kick.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Imparts robust flavor.
For the Veggies
  • 1 piece Red Onion Balances sweetness and savory flavors.
  • 1-2 pieces Honeycrisp Apples, sliced Offers sweetness.
Seasonings
  • Salt Essential for enhancing all flavors.
  • Pepper Essential for enhancing all flavors.

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Ingredients: Thinly slice the Honeycrisp apples and red onion. Season the chicken thighs with seasoning.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken thighs until golden brown.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté onions and apples until softened.
  4. Deglaze the Skillet: Return chicken to the skillet, add apple cider, broth, mustard, and garlic. Stir to combine.
  5. Bake the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F and roast chicken for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Make the Sauce: Whisk together a cornstarch slurry if needed, adjust sauce consistency.
  7. Serve: Plate chicken with sautéed veggies, drizzle with sauce, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate for an hour for deeper flavor. Use quality cookware for even heat distribution.

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