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Baked Chicken with Apples
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs baked with sweet apples and aromatic herbs, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Meat
- 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (additional to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Vegetables & Liquids
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion (sliced)
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 medium apples (cored and sliced)
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken 4 minutes per side, then set aside.
- Sauté onions until browned, add cider, stock, thyme, and salt. Simmer 4-5 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet, add apples, cover, and bake 15 minutes. Uncover, whisk cream and cornstarch, stir into sauce, then bake until cooked through.
Notes
Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.