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Chicken Normandy or French Apple Cider Chicken

Savor Cozy Nights with Chicken Normandy in Creamy Cider Sauce

Indulge in Chicken Normandy, a cozy dish featuring tender chicken thighs and creamy apple cider sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on preferred.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Onion Adds depth; shallots or green onions are substitutes.
  • 2 medium Apple Tart variety like Granny Smith or Fuji.
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Dry French apple cider recommended.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a lighter version, use half-and-half.
For Garnish
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Enhances flavor; substitute with parsley if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional; for presentation.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, and let sit for 5–10 minutes.
  2. Brown the chicken in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes skin-side down.
  3. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3–4 minutes before removing from skillet.
  4. Caramelize sliced onions in the same skillet for about 5 minutes until softened.
  5. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
  6. Stir in apple slices and thyme; sauté for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Pour in apple cider and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan.
  8. Nestle browned chicken back in, cover, and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
  9. Remove chicken and stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream to the sauce.
  10. Return chicken to sauce and warm for 2-3 minutes.
  11. Serve warm with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for 3 months.

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