Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken
Juicy chicken simmered in a rich apple cider glaze with fresh rosemary, garlic, and caramelized apples. A cozy, sweet-savory dish perfect for fall dinners.
Equipment
- skillet or oven-safe pan
- oven
- knife and cutting board
- spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs or breasts
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and add rosemary sprigs to infuse flavor.
- Sear chicken until golden brown on both sides, then remove and set aside.
- Add garlic and sliced apples to the skillet and cook until slightly caramelized.
- Deglaze the pan with apple cider vinegar, scraping up browned bits.
- Add apple cider, Dijon mustard, and honey, then simmer until reduced by half.
- Stir in butter and return chicken to the skillet.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for about 15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Spoon sauce over chicken and serve warm.
Notes
Use fresh apple cider for best flavor. Brown chicken well before simmering. Do not overcook to keep meat juicy. Let sauce reduce fully for a glossy finish. Choose firm apples that hold shape.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg