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French Apple Cider Chicken

Savory French Apple Cider Chicken for Cozy Family Dinners

This French Apple Cider Chicken combines juicy chicken thighs with sweet apple cider for an elegant and comforting dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Dry French apple cider recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
For the Fruit
  • 1 large Apple Crisp variety like Granny Smith or Fuji
For Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons Thyme Fresh or dried
  • 1 teaspoon Rosemary Fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by rinsing and patting dry the chicken thighs. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and sauté over medium heat for 5 minutes until translucent. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  4. Add apple slices along with thyme and rosemary to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until apples soften.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of apple cider and 1 cup of chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Cover and reduce heat to low. Let simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Remove chicken and stir in 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard and 1 cup of heavy cream. Simmer uncovered for about 5 minutes until thickened.
  8. Return chicken thighs to the skillet to warm them through. Serve with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or sautéed greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half or coconut cream.

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