Description
Delight in the flavors of fall with this 30-minute Apple Cider Glazed Chicken Skillet, featuring tender chicken enveloped in a sweet-tart glaze that elevates weeknight dining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about five minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, combine apple cider, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and thyme. Mix well until blended into a smooth glaze.
- Pour the apple cider mixture over the seared chicken in the pan. Let it bubble for about five minutes to meld flavors and thicken slightly.
- Periodically spoon some sauce over the chicken breasts as they simmer to enhance flavor.
- Transfer glazed chicken to plates, drizzle with extra sauce, and pair with roasted veggies or fluffy rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For an adventurous twist, substitute apple cider with orange juice. - Add diced apples or nuts for extra texture. - Fresh herbs like rosemary can elevate the dish's flavor profile.