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Apple Cider Glazed Chicken Recipe

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Apple Cider Glazed Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a sweet and tangy glaze made from apple cider, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and fresh herbs. Seared to golden perfection and simmered in a homemade apple cider glaze, this recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for any season. It balances comforting fall flavors with light, fresh ingredients and is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Glaze

  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to enhance their natural flavor.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear them until golden brown on each side, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant and softened, about 2-3 minutes, making sure to scrape up any browned bits left from the chicken.
  4. Make the glaze: Pour in the apple cider, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and add the sprig of thyme. Stir everything together and let the mixture simmer gently for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors and slightly reduce.
  5. Cook the chicken in glaze: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the glaze over the chicken, cover the skillet, and cook on medium-low heat for 10–12 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  6. Reduce the glaze: Remove the chicken breasts and set them aside. Increase the heat to medium-high and let the glaze simmer uncovered for a few more minutes until it thickens to a syrupy consistency.
  7. Serve: Drizzle the thickened apple cider glaze generously over the cooked chicken breasts before serving.

Notes

  • Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking the chicken; internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  • If the glaze is too thin, continue simmering until it thickens.
  • Adjust sweetness or tanginess by adding more honey or vinegar to taste while simmering the glaze.
  • Use fresh, unfiltered apple cider for the best flavor impact.
  • Fresh thyme can be substituted with dried thyme if fresh is unavailable.

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