Sticky Apple Cider Chicken: A Juicy and Easy Fall Delight
This Sticky Apple Cider Chicken recipe brings together juicy chicken and sweet apple cider for a delightful fall dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix apple cider, vinegar, mustard, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Transfer chicken and marinade to a baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, sear the chicken in a skillet before baking.
- Pair with roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Sticky Apple Cider Chicken, Fall Recipes, Easy Chicken Recipes