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Apple Cider Chicken

A savory and slightly sweet chicken dish cooked with apple cider, herbs, and spices, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Apple Cider Sauce
  • 1 cup apple cider preferably fresh
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey optional for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
Vegetables
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 2 cups carrots, sliced
  • 2 cups celery, sliced
Oil
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
Make the Sauce
  1. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, and honey; stir to combine.
Combine and Simmer
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Serve
  1. Serve the chicken with the apple cider sauce and vegetables on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gFiber: 3gSugar: 12g

Notes

This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.

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