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Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

Cozy Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken for Autumn Comfort

A comforting Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken dish that combines tender chicken thighs, sweet apples, and fragrant herbs, perfect for autumn.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-In Chicken Thighs Skin-on recommended for crispy texture
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic works beautifully
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Don't omit for warmth
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Thyme Use a third the amount of dried thyme if substituting
  • 2 teaspoons Fresh Rosemary Vital for aromatic flavor
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing chicken
  • 1 piece Red Onion Can substitute with white onion
  • 2 pieces Honeycrisp Apples Other sweet apples can be a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Use unsalted for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Essential for this recipe
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or White Wine If not using wine, opt for more broth
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard A must for tangy flavor
For Cooking
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced; adjust to spice preference

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, and rosemary.
  4. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Remove chicken and sauté sliced red onion for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  6. Add sliced Honeycrisp apples and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
  7. Pour in apple cider, broth (or wine), and Dijon mustard, stir to combine, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Return chicken to the skillet, skin-side up, and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  9. Let chicken rest for 5 minutes and simmer sauce if desired to thicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is meal-prep friendly and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for later enjoyment. Perfect for cozy autumn nights!

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