Apple Cider Chicken with Caramelized Apples

Name: Apple Cider Chicken with Caramelized Apples
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium sweet Vidalia onion; about 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts; salt and pepper; 2 cloves garlic; ¾ cup apple cider*; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 medium red apples; 3 tablespoons light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 2 teaspoons fresh sage leaves

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Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings
4
Calories
508 kcal
Course
Lunch
Cuisine
American

Apple Cider Chicken with Caramelized Apples

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The flavors of FALL in an EASY dish ready in 30 MINUTES!! Chicken simmered in apple cider and Dijon is so rich-tasting along with apples!!

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Ingredients

Servings

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium sweet Vidalia onion sliced into thin strips
about 1.25 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced into 1-inch wide strips or use chicken breast tenders
salt and pepper for seasoning
2 cloves garlic peeled and finely minced or pressed
¾ cup apple cider*
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons butter
2 medium red apples cored and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges (I did not peel and used Gala. Fuji, Honeycrisp, or similar red apples may be used)
3 tablespoons light brown sugar packed
1 teaspoon cinnamon or to taste
1 teaspoon lemon juice or to taste
2 teaspoons fresh sage leaves stems discarded, finely chopped

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Instructions

To a large skillet, add the oil, onions, and cook over medium-high heat for about 7 minutes, or until onions begin to soften and caramelize; stir frequently.
Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes, flipping and stirring intermittently so all sides cook evenly. Chicken should be about 80 percent cooked through.
Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant; stir frequently.
To a medium bowl or large measuring cup, add the apple cider, Dijon, whisk to combine, and add to the skillet.
Turn the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 7 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. While the chicken simmers, make the apples.
To a separate large skillet, add the butter and heat over medium-high heat to melt.
Add the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, stir to combine, and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, or until apples are just tender. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Taste the chicken and cider-Dijon mixture, add additional salt or pepper to taste, if desired.
Evenly sprinkle with sage and serve immediately.

Notes

*Apple cider: In the US, apple cider is a still, non-alcoholic beverage. In other parts of the world, it may be called mulled cider. Do NOT use alcoholic hard cider in this recipe.
Storage: Dish is best warm and fresh but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days. Store chicken and apples in separate containers. Reheat gently as desired.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1 Calories 508kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 36g (12%) Protein 47g (94%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 12g Cholesterol 140mg (47%) Sodium 608mg (25%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 26g (52%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 508 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving	1
Calories	508kcal	25%
Carbohydrates	36g	12%
Protein	47g	94%
Fat	20g	31%
Saturated Fat	6g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat	12g	71%
Cholesterol	140mg	47%
Sodium	608mg	25%
Fiber	4g	16%
Sugar	26g	52%