Description
Enjoy the warm flavors of fall with Sticky Apple Cider Chicken in this delightful crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Apple Cider
- ¼ cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
- 2 cloves Minced Garlic
- 4 Chicken Thighs
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 3 cups Shredded Cabbage
- 1 cup Shredded Carrots
- 1 cup Apple Slices
- 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- pinch Celery Seeds
- Fresh Herbs (Parsley/Chives)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glaze: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of apple cider, ¼ cup of honey, 2 tablespoons of Dijon mustard, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally, allowing it to thicken until it coats the back of a spoon, about 10-15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. Season 4 chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper, then place them skin-side down in the hot skillet. Sear the chicken until the skin is beautifully golden and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Carefully flip the thighs and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reads 165°F.
- Glaze the Chicken: Pour the prepared apple cider glaze over the chicken thighs in the skillet. Lower the heat to medium-low and continue to cook, spooning the glaze over the chicken frequently. Allow the glaze to reduce and caramelize, approximately 5-10 minutes.
- Prepare the Slaw: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of shredded cabbage, 1 cup of shredded carrots, and 1 cup of apple slices. In a separate small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, a pinch of celery seeds, salt, and pepper. Drizzle this dressing over the slaw and toss gently to combine.
- Plate and Serve: On a serving platter, arrange the sticky apple cider chicken alongside the vibrant autumn slaw. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives if desired.
Notes
Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months and reheat gently in a skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Sticky Apple Cider Chicken, autumn dinner, chicken thighs, apple cider glaze, autumn slaw