Savory Skillet Apple Cider Chicken: A Juicy Comfort Meal
A hearty and delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet; sauté until translucent.
- Pour in apple cider and thyme, stirring to combine.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Check for doneness, then serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in apple cider overnight.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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