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Skillet Apple Cider Chicken

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A flavorful and comforting chicken dish cooked with apples and warm spices in a skillet, perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

Spice Mix

  • 0.75 teaspoon salt (divided)
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 454 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon light or dark brown sugar
  • 2 cups apple slices (about 1/4-inch-thick, no need to peel)
  • 1/3 cup chopped shallots (or yellow onion)
  • 1/3 cup apple cider (NOT apple cider vinegar)

Garnish (optional)

  • fresh thyme and rosemary (for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Mix 3/4 teaspoon salt with spices and sprinkle over chicken.
  • Cook chicken in a hot skillet for 5 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • Add butter, sugar, apples, and shallots to the skillet; cook until apples soften (~5 min). Pour in cider and simmer until slightly thickened (~5 min). Return chicken to pan and cook 2 min.
  • Serve chicken topped with apple mixture, garnished with herbs if desired.

Notes

This dish pairs well with rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple, Chicken, skillet