Sticky Apple Cider Chicken: Easy Recipe for Cozy Nights
Enjoy a warm and comforting meal with this Sticky Apple Cider Chicken recipe, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet and brown on both sides.
- In a bowl, mix apple cider, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.
- Pour the mixture over the browned chicken in the skillet.
- Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the lid and cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the apple cider mixture for a few hours before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Sticky Apple Cider Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, Cozy Dinner