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Skillet Apple Cider Chicken

Skillet Apple Cider Chicken

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Skillet Apple Cider Chicken is a delightful one-pan meal that effortlessly combines tender chicken thighs with sweet apple slices in a rich, aromatic apple cider sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a harmonious blend of savory and sweet flavors that will impress your family and guests alike. The best part? Cleanup is a breeze since everything cooks in just one skillet! In only 35 minutes, you can enjoy a wholesome, nutritious dinner made with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 cups apple slices (about 1/4-inch thick)
  • 1/3 cup chopped shallots
  • 1/3 cup apple cider
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon light or dark brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix spices and season the chicken thighs on both sides.
  3. Add oil to the skillet and cook chicken for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove chicken and keep warm. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté shallots and apple slices with brown sugar until softened.
  5. Pour in apple cider and let it thicken slightly; return chicken to skillet to simmer together for a couple of minutes.
  6. Serve hot with the apple mixture spooned over the top.

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