Apple Cider Braised Chicken Thigh: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for apple cider braised chicken thighs that will warm your heart.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper and add to the skillet.
- Brown the chicken on both sides, then remove from skillet.
- Add onions and garlic to the skillet, sauté until soft.
- Add apple cider and thyme, then return the chicken to the skillet.
- Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- Serve over mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Apple Cider Braised Chicken Thigh, comfort food