Dump Chicken with Apples Oamc
Transform weeknight dinners with this irresistibly easy Dump Chicken with Apples OAMC (Once-A-Month Cooking) recipe, a freezer-friendly dish that combines tender chicken breasts with the warm, cozy flavors of spiced apples. Featuring crisp Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples, sweet brown sugar, and aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe hits the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Prep in just 10 minutes—either freeze for a busy night or bake immediately for a comforting family meal. The juicy, flavor-packed chicken pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables, making it an ideal main course. Whether you're batch cooking or craving a quick fall-inspired dinner, this customizable dish will become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 medium apples (firm, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel, core, and thinly slice the apples. Place them in a medium bowl and toss with lemon juice to prevent browning.
Add the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg to the apples. Mix well to evenly coat the apple slices.
Prepare a freezer-safe gallon-sized ziplock bag or a baking dish. Place the chicken breasts into the bag or dish in a single layer.
Add the apple mixture on top of the chicken breasts.
Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly over the chicken and apples.
If preparing to freeze: Remove excess air from the ziplock bag, seal tightly, and place in the freezer. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.
If cooking immediately: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Melt the butter and drizzle it evenly over the chicken and apple mixture, then pour the chicken broth into the dish.
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm, with the apples and juices spooned on top as a sweet and savory sauce. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or a side of roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1661 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.9 g | 99% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 657 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 3310 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.5 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.1 g | ||
| Protein | 219.1 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2388 mg | 51% | |
*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.
