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Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

Healthy Fact of the Day

Chicken thighs contain more iron and zinc than chicken breasts while staying moist during cooking. Apple cider provides natural sweetness and antioxidants without refined sugars, making this dish both flavorful and wholesome.
Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

Recipe by Daily Disher

Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken features golden-seared chicken thighs braised in apple cider and chicken stock with fresh rosemary, garlic, and tender apple slices.

Course: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Medium
4.7 from 3 votes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

45

minutes
Calories

350

kcal

1

hour 

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs

    • 1 cup apple cider

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped

    • 1 teaspoon salt

    • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

    • 1 whole apple, sliced

    • 0.5 cup chicken stock

    Directions

    • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
    • Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper. Place the chicken skin side down into the skillet and sear until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
    • Flip the chicken thighs and add minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and apple slices to the skillet.
    • Pour in the apple cider and chicken stock, bringing it to a simmer, and then transfer the skillet to the oven.
    • Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the sauce has thickened.
    • Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving the chicken with the apple slices and sauce spooned over.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 350kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

    This Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken captures the essence of autumn in every bite, bringing together tender, juicy chicken thighs with the warm, comforting flavors of apple cider and fresh rosemary. The chicken gets beautifully seared to golden perfection before being braised in a fragrant mixture that reduces into a rich, flavorful sauce. Sweet apple slices soften and caramelize alongside the chicken, while aromatic rosemary and garlic infuse everything with herbaceous depth—creating a dish that’s both elegant enough for company and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.

    4.7 from 3 votes

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