Description
Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken thighs simmered in a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze, paired with a refreshing slaw made from seasonal ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/3 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 apples, cut into matchsticks
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 large carrot, peeled and finely grated
- 2 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 garlic clove, finely minced
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
2. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
4. In a bowl, whisk together apple cider, honey, and water. Pour over the chicken and simmer for 1-2 minutes.
5. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F.
6. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes. Spoon sauce over chicken before serving.
7. In a large bowl, combine apple matchsticks, diced celery, diced red onion, and grated carrot. Season with salt and pepper.
8. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, and minced garlic.
9. Pour dressing over the apple mixture and toss gently until coated.
Notes
Serve Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Autumn Apple Slaw for a balanced meal. Consider pairing with roasted root vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with slaw
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams