Description
Tender chicken pieces seared to golden perfection and simmered in a silky apple cider glaze infused with thyme and rosemary. This one-pan recipe combines sweet and savory flavors for a comforting meal that’s quick enough for weeknights but elegant enough for guests. Serve with mashed sweet potatoes, roasted vegetables, or wild rice for a complete autumn dinner.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Add chicken in a single layer and sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer to a plate.
4. Reduce heat to medium, add butter, then garlic (and onions or apples if using) and cook 1–2 minutes.
5. Pour in apple cider, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, thyme, and rosemary, scraping browned bits from the pan.
6. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened, then return chicken to skillet and add chicken broth if needed.
7. Cover partially and simmer 12–15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then uncover and stir in honey or maple syrup until glaze coats the chicken.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce
Keywords: apple cider chicken skillet, cozy fall dinner, chicken dinner, fall recipes, one pan meal, skillet dinner, autumn recipes