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Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

Savory Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken: An Easy Autumn Delight

Experience the warmth of autumn with Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken, a dish that combines savory chicken, warm spices, and sweet Honeycrisp apples.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces Bone-In Chicken Thighs Provide rich flavor and juiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper For seasoning.

For the Seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Enhances umami flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adds savory aroma.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Offers subtle smoky flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme Brings earthiness.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Rosemary Imparts a fragrant note.

For the Sauce

  • 2 cups Apple Cider Base of the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter Adds richness.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Contributes tanginess.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or White Wine Adds moisture.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Adds depth.

For the Vegetables

  • 1 medium Red Onion Adds sweetness.
  • 2 medium Honeycrisp Apples Essential for flavor.

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil To sear the chicken.

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, fresh thyme, and chopped rosemary.
  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same pan, add the sliced red onion and Honeycrisp apples. Sauté until they become slightly softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in the salted butter, apple cider, chicken broth (or white wine), Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Scrape the bottom of the pan.
  • Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it well in the sauce. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven at 400°F and roast for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for a moment. Simmer the sauce on the stovetop for extra thickness if desired.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce.
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