Chicken Smothered with Apples Onions
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this comforting and flavorful recipe for Chicken Smothered with Apples and Onions. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are nestled in a luscious sauce of caramelized onions, tender slices of apples, and a velvety apple cider reduction, all enriched with a touch of heavy cream. The sweet and savory balance of Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples paired with onion and garlic creates a symphony of fall-inspired flavors, while fresh thyme adds a fragrant herbal note. Ready in just under an hour, this easy skillet dinner promises gourmet appeal with minimal effort. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the rich, aromatic sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or an impressive meal for guests, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of one-pan meals with a seasonal twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 2 medium Apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup Apple cider
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Thyme (fresh or dried)
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and ground black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter is melted and the pan is hot, add the chicken breasts. Sear 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil and butter to the same skillet. Thinly slice the yellow onion and add it to the skillet. Cook, stirring often, for about 5-7 minutes until the onion is softened and lightly caramelized.
While the onion is cooking, core and thinly slice the apples (leave the skin on for extra texture and flavor). Mince the garlic cloves as well.
Add the sliced apples and minced garlic to the skillet with the onions. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples begin to soften.
Pour the apple cider and chicken broth into the skillet. Stir in the thyme. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the apple and onion mixture. Cover the skillet and cook for 15 minutes on medium-low heat, ensuring the chicken cooks through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Remove the lid and stir in the heavy cream. Let the sauce simmer uncovered for another 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Serve the chicken smothered in the apple-onion sauce, garnished with fresh thyme if desired. Pair with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2166 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 98.1 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.6 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 714 mg | 238% | |
| Sodium | 3474 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.4 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.4 g | ||
| Protein | 222.5 g | 445% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 191 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2837 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
