Sticky Apple Cider Chicken: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
A delicious recipe for Sticky Apple Cider Chicken that brings a unique twist to comfort food.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- In a small bowl, mix the apple cider, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Pour the apple cider mixture over the seared chicken thighs.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Serve with mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg