Apple Cider Chicken – A Quick, Cozy Skillet Dinner
Juicy chicken thighs caramelized to perfection, paired with tender apples and a rosemary-kissed apple cider glaze—this cozy dish brings the taste of fall straight to your plate. Simple enough for weeknights and elegant enough to serve guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 4 tsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 8)
- 1 tsp kosher salt, divided
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, divided
- ½ cup fresh apple cider
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3 medium sweet apples (like Gala), cored and sliced
- 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, plus more for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat 2 tsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp pepper. Cook thighs in batches, 5–6 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
2. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil. Add apple slices with a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté until tender and golden, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in apple cider, Dijon mustard, and rosemary. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced and glossy.
4. Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce and apples over the top. Simmer 2 more minutes to meld flavors.
5. Sprinkle with extra rosemary and serve warm. Great with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
Use sweet, crisp apples like Gala or Honeycrisp for the best flavor. For a richer glaze, add a small pat of butter when finishing the sauce. Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in a skillet.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/apple-cider-chicken/