Savory Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken thighs infused with the earthiness of rosemary and the tangy sweetness of apple cider. Perfect for cozy dinners or elegant holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup apple cider
- Fresh rosemary (a few sprigs)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or thinly sliced
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin during cooking.
- Season chicken generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and sear the other side for 3-5 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium and add shallots and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened, stirring occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring in 1 cup of apple cider. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Add 1 cup of chicken broth and a few sprigs of fresh rosemary to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Cover with a lid or foil and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Remove the lid and let the sauce reduce slightly for an additional 5 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon of butter for a silky texture.
- Serve the chicken hot with the sauce spooned generously over the top. Garnish with additional rosemary if desired.
Notes
[‘Pat the chicken dry before searing to ensure crispy skin.’, ‘Allow the cider and broth to reduce slowly for concentrated flavors.’, ‘Use fresh rosemary for better aroma and flavor; reduce quantity if using dried rosemary.’, ‘Stir garlic frequently to prevent burning and bitterness.’, ‘Adding butter at the end creates a velvety texture for the sauce.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 25
Keywords: Savory chicken, rosemary chicken, apple cider chicken, comfort food, easy dinner recipe