Description
Apple Cider Braised Chicken Thighs is a cozy, heartwarming dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with the sweet and tangy notes of fresh apple cider, complemented by aromatic herbs and spices. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, delivering restaurant-quality comfort food that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil for searing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and sear for an additional 3 minutes.
- Remove the chicken from the pan, add sliced onions and minced garlic, and sauté until softened (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in apple cider and chicken broth, scraping up any bits stuck to the skillet. Stir in brown sugar and thyme.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet skin-side up, then transfer to the preheated oven. Braise for about 30-35 minutes until cooked through and tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg