Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw
Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a tangy apple cider sauce come together with a refreshing slaw in this delightful fall-inspired dish.
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs bone-in and skin-on
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (vegetable or olive oil)
- 2 cups green cabbage shredded
- 1 cup carrots shredded
- 1 medium apple (preferably Granny Smith), thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon celery seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or chives chopped
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine apple cider, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reduces and thickens into a sticky glaze.
- Heat cooking oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Place them skin side down and sear until golden and crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Flip and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
- Pour the apple cider glaze over the chicken in the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook gently, spooning the glaze over the thighs frequently, until the glaze becomes sticky and caramelized.
- While the chicken cooks, combine shredded green cabbage, shredded carrots, and sliced apple in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, celery seeds, salt, and pepper. Drizzle this dressing over the slaw and toss gently to combine.
- Arrange the sticky apple cider chicken thighs on plates alongside a generous portion of the crisp autumn slaw. Serve immediately.
Notes
This dish brings a comforting yet vibrant flavor of autumn, balancing warm rich flavors with crisp textures. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings.
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