This Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken captures the essence of autumn in every bite, bringing together tender, juicy chicken thighs with the warm, comforting flavors of apple cider and fresh rosemary. The chicken gets beautifully seared to golden perfection before being braised in a fragrant mixture that reduces into a rich, flavorful sauce. Sweet apple slices soften and caramelize alongside the chicken, while aromatic rosemary and garlic infuse everything with herbaceous depth—creating a dish that’s both elegant enough for company and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.
Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken
Recipe by Daily Disher
Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken features golden-seared chicken thighs braised in apple cider and chicken stock with fresh rosemary, garlic, and tender apple slices.
Course: Main
/Cuisine: American
/Difficulty: Medium
Servings
4
Prep time
15 minutes
Cooking time
45 minutes
Calories
350 kcal
1 hour
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds chicken thighs
1 cup apple cider
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 whole apple, sliced
½ cup chicken stock
Directions
1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
2.
Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper. Place the chicken skin side down into the skillet and sear until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
3.
Flip the chicken thighs and add minced garlic, chopped rosemary, and apple slices to the skillet.
4.
Pour in the apple cider and chicken stock, bringing it to a simmer, and then transfer the skillet to the oven.
5.
Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and the sauce has thickened.
6.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving the chicken with the apple slices and sauce spooned over.
Nutrition Facts
Total number of serves:
4 servings
Calories:
350kcal
Cholesterol:
0mg
Sodium:
620mg
Potassium:
400mg
Sugar:
8g
Protein:
6g
Calcium:
60mg
Iron:
2mg
