Description
Irresistible Apple Cider Glazed Chicken is a savory-sweet dish made with juicy chicken breasts coated in a rich apple cider glaze, enhanced with herbs and spices. Perfect for a cozy autumn dinner or any time you crave comfort food with a twist.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup apple cider (not apple cider vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water (for slurry)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add apple cider, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Add to the skillet and stir until the glaze thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the glaze over the top. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes to coat the chicken evenly.
- Serve warm with extra glaze spooned over the top.
Notes
- Pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or wild rice.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in a bit of apple cider and garlic before cooking.
- Use fresh apple cider for the best taste — not apple juice or cider vinegar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with glaze
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
