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Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken Recipe

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A flavorful and comforting Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken recipe featuring juicy bone-in chicken thighs baked with aromatic spices, fresh rosemary, sweet apples, and a tangy apple cider sauce. Perfect for a delicious family dinner with a beautiful balance of savory and sweet flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4-5 bone-in chicken thighs
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 2 tbsps fresh rosemary, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for searing

Vegetables and Fruit

  • 1 red onion, sliced
  • 1-2 Honeycrisp apples, sliced

Sauce

  • 4 tbsps salted butter
  • 3/4 cup apple cider
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine
  • 2 tbsps Dijon mustard
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Preheat and season: Preheat the oven to 425°F. Season the chicken thighs thoroughly with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, fresh thyme, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a hot, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs on both sides until they turn golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Add onions and apples: Arrange the sliced red onions and Honeycrisp apples around the seared chicken thighs in the skillet.
  4. Bake the chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  5. Prepare the sauce: Remove the chicken and apples from the skillet and set aside. Place the skillet back on the stovetop over medium heat. Add salted butter, apple cider, chicken broth or white wine, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to the pan. Whisk continuously and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
  6. Finish and serve: Return the chicken and apples to the pan and spoon the thickened sauce over them. Serve warm, garnished with extra fresh rosemary if desired.

Notes

  • Use bone-in chicken thighs for more flavor and juicier meat.
  • If you prefer a non-alcoholic option, use chicken broth instead of white wine.
  • For a crispier chicken skin, pat the chicken dry before seasoning and searing.
  • Honeycrisp apples add a balanced sweetness, but you can substitute with Fuji or Gala apples if needed.
  • Make sure the skillet is oven-safe before transferring to the oven to avoid damage.
  • Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure safe cooking.

Find it online: https://yummelle.com/rosemary-apple-cider-chicken-recipe/