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Cider Braised Chicken

Cider Braised Chicken: Cozy Comfort for Chilly Nights

Enjoy this Cider Braised Chicken recipe, a cozy dish perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken (thighs or breasts) Choose bone-in for extra flavor and moisture.
For the Coating
  • 3 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Dredging the chicken adds a delightful crispy texture.
For the Seasoning
  • Kosher Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Salted Butter Enriches the dish with its creamy goodness while sautéing.
For the Aromatics
  • 4 Yellow Onions Thinly sliced; caramelize for sweetness.
  • 2 cups Sliced Mushrooms Add umami and texture to the dish.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Chopped; adds depth.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Thyme Infuses earthiness.
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Sage Provides fragrant herbal notes.
For the Braising Liquid
  • 2 cups Apple Cider Star ingredient for sweetness.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or Dry White Wine Adds moisture and richer profile.

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cider Braised Chicken
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, dredge in flour. Sear in a skillet for 4-5 minutes each side.
  3. Melt butter in the skillet, then sauté onions for 5-8 minutes until caramelized.
  4. Deglaze with ½ cup of apple cider, simmering for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add mushrooms, garlic, thyme, and sage. Cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Return chicken to skillet, add remaining cider and broth. Simmer and cover.
  7. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes until chicken is tender, reaching 165°F (74°C).
  8. Let chicken rest, then serve with wild rice pilaf and warm crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is perfect for busy evenings and can be adapted for gluten-free options depending on flour choice.

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