Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken (Print Version)
Crispy chicken thighs with apples, onions, and rosemary, finished with a savory apple cider and Dijon mustard pan sauce.
# Ingredients:
→ Protein
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4-5 bone-in chicken thighs
→ Seasonings
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2 teaspoons onion powder
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme
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2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Produce
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1 red onion, sliced
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1-2 Honeycrisp apples, sliced
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3 cloves garlic
→ Sauce
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4 tablespoons salted butter
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3/4 cup apple cider
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1/2 cup chicken broth or white wine
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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Olive oil for cooking
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Pat chicken thighs dry and season thoroughly with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down until golden brown, then flip and sear the other side.
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Arrange sliced red onions and apples around the chicken thighs in the pan.
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Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
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Remove chicken, apples, and onions from the pan and set aside to rest.
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Return the skillet to the stovetop over medium heat. Add butter, apple cider, chicken broth (or wine), Dijon mustard, and minced garlic to the pan drippings. Whisk constantly until the sauce begins to thicken, about 5-7 minutes.
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Return the chicken, apples, and onions to the pan. Spoon the sauce over the chicken and serve hot.
# Notes:
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Patting the chicken skin dry before seasoning helps achieve perfectly crispy skin.
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Preserve the fond (browned bits) in the pan after searing for maximum flavor in the sauce.
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Using an oven-safe skillet creates a convenient one-pan meal with minimal cleanup.
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This dish showcases classic autumn flavors and pairs well with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.