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Apple Cider Glazed Chicken

Apple Cider Glazed Chicken: Cozy Fall Flavor in One Pan

Experience the delightful Apple Cider Glazed Chicken, a comforting one-pan meal that captures the essence of fall.
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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: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs (Skin-On) Opt for boneless, skinless breasts for a leaner alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Ideal for high-smoke searing.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Substitute with apple juice for a milder taste.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Switch to tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Honey can be used as a natural sweetener.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg Enhances the fall profile.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Grated.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary Chopped.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Chopped.
  • 1 medium Honeycrisp Apple Sliced; substitute with Gala or Fuji if needed.
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For smoky depth.

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet or cast-iron pan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  3. Add avocado oil to the pan and sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Flip the thighs, add garlic, yellow onion, rosemary, thyme, and apple slices around them.
  5. In a bowl, mix apple cider, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, ginger, and nutmeg until well blended.
  6. Pour the glaze over the chicken and let it simmer for about 3-5 minutes.
  7. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until fully cooked and glazed.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For crispier skin, ensure chicken is dry and avoid overcrowding the pan while searing.

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