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Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken: A Cozy Autumn Delight

Enjoy the comforting flavors of Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken, featuring tender chicken thighs and sweet Honeycrisp apples, perfect for autumn.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-In Chicken Thighs skin-on ensures crispy finish
  • 2 tablespoons Salted Butter or unsalted, adjust salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with vegetable or canola oil
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or regular paprika if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme or 1 teaspoon dried
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Onion or yellow onion as alternative
  • 2 medium Honeycrisp Apples or any firm, sweet apple
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Apple Cider use fresh, quality cider
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or white wine
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard if necessary
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced, or use garlic powder as alternative

Equipment

  • oven
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, fresh thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Rub this seasoning over the chicken thighs.
  3. Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. Flip the thighs and add sliced red onions and Honeycrisp apples around the chicken in the skillet.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together apple cider, chicken broth, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Pour this mixture into the skillet around the chicken.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  7. Remove the skillet from the oven, transfer the chicken to a plate, and cover to keep warm. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Serve the chicken with the thickened sauce, apples, and onions. Enjoy with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best results, use fresh apple cider and season the chicken generously. Adjust herbs if using dried versions.

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