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Savor the Season with Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken Delight

Learn how to make delicious Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

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

Ingredients

Scale

Let’s talk ingredients, because simplicity is key. This dish calls for pantry staples and fresh additions that come together in harmony—a testament to my mom’s magic in the kitchen.

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup apple cider (not vinegar!)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1 apple, thinly sliced (Granny Smith works wonders here)
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced

If you’re in a pinch, dried rosemary can substitute fresh. And for those with a sweeter tooth, try adding an extra tablespoon of honey.

Instructions

Now, let’s talk about bringing this deliciousness to life. Remember, it’s about the love and laughter as much as the steps.

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Add the chicken, skin-side down, to the skillet. Sear for about 5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for an additional 3 minutes.
  4. Remove the chicken temporarily and set aside. In the same skillet, add the onion slices and cook until they begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the apple cider, Dijon mustard, honey, and rosemary. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, skin-side up, and add the apple slices around the chicken.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).

It’s in those little caramelized bits at the bottom of the pan where the magic happens—don’t skip them!

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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