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Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

Cultural Context

Apple Cider Chicken Thighs is a comforting dish that highlights the flavors of fall, particularly in the Northeastern United States where apple cider is abundant during harvest season. This dish reflects the tradition of using seasonal ingredients to create hearty meals that bring families together. Today, variations can be found across the country, often featuring different herbs or side dishes that complement the sweet and savory profile of the cider glaze.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
7 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
salt
black pepper
2 tbsp flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves sliced garlic
1 tablespoon thyme leaves
2 sprigs sage
3 shallots or 1 yellow onion
2 apples
2 cups (480ml) apple cider
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 cup (240ml) beef broth
2 lb (1 kg) chopped potatoes
1 tbsp salt
2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup (80ml) milk

apple cider

🥗Healthier: apple juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar + water

Apple juice offers similar sweetness, while vinegar provides acidity.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Drumsticks are often less expensive and still flavorful.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats, while margarine is usually cheaper.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Granulated sugar is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.

2

Coat the chicken with 2 tablespoons of flour.

3

Heat a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat.

4

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet.

5

Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until deeply golden, about 7 minutes.

6

Flip the chicken thighs and cook for 4 minutes longer.

7

Transfer the chicken to a plate.

8

Discard the excess oil from the skillet and add 1 tablespoon of butter.

9

Add 3 cloves of sliced garlic, 1 tablespoon of thyme leaves, and 2 sprigs of sage to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

10

Add 3 shallots or 1 yellow onion, season with salt and black pepper, and cook over low heat for about 4 minutes until softened.

11

Peel the apples and slice them thinly, then add them to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 2 minutes.

12

Pour in 2 cups (480ml) of apple cider and simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

13

Place 2 lb (1 kg) of chopped potatoes in a large pot with 1 tablespoon of salt and bring to a boil over high heat.

14

Reduce heat and simmer the potatoes for 17 minutes, or until very soft.

15

Stir in 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard and 1 cup (240ml) of beef broth.

16

Return the chicken to the skillet.

17

Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and roast for 35 minutes.

18

Drain the potatoes well, add 2 tablespoons of butter, a pinch of salt, and 1/3 cup (80ml) of milk, then mash until smooth.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large heavy-bottomed skilletlarge potmeasuring cupscutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkmustard

Also Known As

Cider-Glazed ChickenApple-Infused Chicken Thighs

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