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Autumn Apple Chicken

Cozy Autumn Apple Chicken for Heartwarming Fall Dinners

This Autumn Apple Chicken captures the flavors of fall, featuring tender chicken thighs and caramelized apples, perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs or chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter for richer taste
For the Apples
  • 2 cups Gala apples or other sweet varieties like Honeycrisp
  • 1 medium red onion yellow onion can be used too
  • 1 tablespoon butter or more olive oil
For the Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon paprika adjust to taste
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon or adjust for more fall flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or dried at half the amount
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or dried at half the amount
  • 1 tablespoon fresh sage or dried at half the amount
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup apple juice not from concentrate
  • 2 tablespoons honey adjust according to apple tartness
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch use sparingly

Equipment

  • cast iron skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine apple juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth and set aside.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Season chicken thighs with paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear for about 6 minutes until browned.
  3. Flip the chicken thighs, reduce heat to medium, and cook for an additional 5 to 6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer chicken to a plate to rest.
  4. In the same skillet, melt a tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add sliced apples, red onions, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Sauté for about 3 minutes.
  5. Add fresh thyme, rosemary, and sage, sauté for an additional minute. Pour in the apple juice mixture and simmer for around 2 minutes.
  6. Whisk cornstarch with a tablespoon of apple juice until smooth. Pour into skillet and stir constantly for 30 to 60 seconds until sauce thickens.
  7. Return chicken thighs to the skillet, ensuring they're coated with the sauce. Cook together for a minute before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 165mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve alongside roasted Brussels sprouts or skillet cornbread for a full meal.

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