Juicy Apple Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner menu with this flavorful and aromatic Juicy Apple Chicken recipe! Tender, seasoned chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection before simmering in a luscious apple cider and maple glaze, infused with warming cinnamon and fresh thyme. Sweet, thinly sliced apples complement the savory notes of the dish, creating a perfect balance of flavors in every bite. This one-pan recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick and impressive meal. Serve this autumn-inspired dish alongside roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for the ultimate cozy dinner experience. Perfect for fall but delicious year-round, Juicy Apple Chicken is a must-try for fans of savory-sweet combinations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 pieces sweet apples (e.g., Fuji or Honeycrisp), thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup apple cider
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and ground cinnamon on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the thinly sliced apples and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until they begin to soften.
Pour in the apple cider and chicken broth, then stir in the maple syrup and fresh thyme. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them among the apples. Cover and cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce in the skillet to thicken it slightly, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Serve the chicken warm, topped with the cooked apples and drizzled with the apple-cinnamon glaze. Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1945 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.1 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 3168 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.5 g | ||
| Protein | 219.1 g | 438% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2465 mg | 52% | |
*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.
