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Rosemary Apple Cider Chicken

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Tender chicken infused with fresh rosemary and apple cider, nestled in a golden caramelized sauce—perfect for cozy fall dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs, skin-on and bone-in
  • 1 cup apple cider, unsweetened
  • 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet. Add the garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of apple cider and 1/2 cup of chicken broth, stirring to combine. Add 2-3 sprigs of fresh rosemary and 1 teaspoon of honey (optional). Simmer the sauce for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.
  5. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up. Spoon some sauce over the top and cover the skillet. Cook for 20 minutes on low heat, ensuring the sauce doesn’t evaporate completely.
  6. Check for doneness: The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the rosemary sprigs before serving.
  7. Plate the chicken with a generous drizzle of the sauce and garnish with fresh rosemary, if desired.

Notes

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to redistribute juices. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth; if too thin, simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes.

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Keywords: Rosemary chicken, Apple cider chicken, Fall dinner, Easy chicken recipe, Autumn recipe

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