Sticky Apple Cider Chicken: Easy Recipe with Crisp Autumn Slaw
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Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw is a delightful dish perfect for autumn dinners.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup sliced apples
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then sear in skillet until browned.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, pour apple cider over the chicken, and sprinkle with thyme.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine mixed greens, carrots, apples, and walnuts.
- In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar and honey, then pour over the slaw mixture and toss to combine.
- Serve chicken with slaw on the side.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in apple cider overnight.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with slaw
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg