Sticky Apple Cider Chicken: A Juicy Twist on a Fall Classic
A delicious and juicy twist on a classic fall dish featuring apple cider.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon rosemary, dried
- 1 teaspoon thyme, dried
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together apple cider, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs on both sides until golden brown.
- Transfer the chicken to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until fully cooked.
- Serve hot with the remaining marinade drizzled over the top.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the herbs according to your preference.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Sticky Apple Cider Chicken, fall recipes, chicken recipes, apple cider