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Chicken with Apples and Pan Sauce

A delightful dish combining savory chicken with sweet apples and a rich pan sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (1 1/2 lbs), thicker portions pounded to even thickness
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 tsp black pepper
  • 3/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 medium gala apples, cored and sliced thin
  • 1/2 cup sliced red onion (1/2 of a small)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp minced fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp minced fresh rosemary
  • 1 tsp minced fresh sage
  • 1 cup + 1 Tbsp apple juice
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch

Instructions

  1. In a liquid measuring cup or mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup apple juice, honey, apple cider vinegar, and dijon mustard. Set this sauce mixture aside.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and 1 Tbsp apple juice; set aside.
  3. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sprinkle chicken thighs on both sides with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Drizzle olive oil into the skillet.
  6. Add chicken to the skillet, spacing them evenly apart. Sear the chicken until browned on the bottom, about 6 minutes.
  7. Turn the chicken over, reduce heat to medium, and continue cooking until cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes longer.
  8. Transfer the chicken to a plate and scrape off any black bits in the skillet.
  9. Return the skillet to medium heat, then melt the butter.
  10. Add sliced apples, chopped red onions, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the skillet. Sauté for 3 minutes.
  11. Add minced thyme, rosemary, and sage. Sauté for 1 more minute.
  12. Pour in the apple juice and honey mixture. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce. Season with salt to taste.
  13. Whisk the apple juice and cornstarch mixture again, then pour it into the skillet.
  14. Cook for 30 to 60 seconds until the sauce thickens.
  15. Return the chicken to the apple mixture in the skillet and spoon sauce over the chicken.

Notes

Serve warm with rice, mashed potatoes, or a green salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Author: miguel-santiago
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing and Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: chicken, apples, dinner, easy recipe, family meal