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Chicken Normandy or French Apple Cider Chicken

Savory Chicken Normandy: Your Cozy Apple Cider Escape

Enjoy Chicken Normandy, a cozy dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich apple cider sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful; can swap for chicken breasts.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Onion Adds depth of flavor; substitute shallots or green onions.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Always use fresh for enhanced taste.
For the Sauce
  • 2 pieces Apple Crisp varieties like Granny Smith or Fuji recommended.
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Essential for the sauce; can mix with apple juice and white wine.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Provides creaminess; can substitute with half-and-half or plant-based cream.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh or dried; can experiment with rosemary.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Optional but highly recommended for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper on both sides and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken skin-side down, sear for 5-7 minutes until golden, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in apple slices, thyme, and rosemary. Cook for 2-3 minutes until apples are just tender.
  5. Pour in apple cider and chicken broth, scraping the skillet's bottom. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet skin-side up, cover, and simmer on low for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Remove chicken and stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream into the sauce. Simmer until sauce thickens.
  8. Return chicken briefly to skillet to coat in the creamy sauce. Garnish with fresh thyme and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with ingredient substitutions for dietary needs. Let the dish rest before serving for the best flavor.

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