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Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken: Your Cozy Autumn Comfort Food

Enjoy the delightful blend of juicy chicken thighs and Honeycrisp apples with a fragrant rosemary infusion in this cozy autumn dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-In Chicken Thighs Use skin-on for richness
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Fresh ground preferred
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Salted Butter Unsalted can be used for controlled seasoning
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Can substitute with pear cider or apple juice
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or White Wine Use vegetable broth for non-meat option
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard For tanginess
For the Aromatics and Flavor
  • 1 medium Red Onion Sliced
  • 2 pieces Honeycrisp Apples Sliced, or use any firm sweet apple
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Or dried thyme, reduce amount
  • 3 teaspoons Fresh Rosemary Use 1 tsp dried rosemary per 3 tsp fresh

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and fresh thyme.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until crispy, then flip and sear the other side for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove chicken and add red onion and Honeycrisp apples to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until apples soften and onions caramelize.
  4. Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the skillet. Once melted, stir in garlic, then pour in apple cider and broth or wine. Add Dijon mustard, bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. For a thicker sauce, after cooking, remove chicken and whisk cornstarch with water, stir into sauce and simmer until desired thickness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Ensure the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Leftovers can enhance flavor over time.

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