Description
This sophisticated one-pan meal balances tender chicken breast with the crisp, autumnal sweetness of fresh apple cider. Seared to perfection, the chicken is enveloped in a rich, velvety sauce made from reduced cider, savory garlic, and heavy cream. It is a restaurant-quality dish that is perfect for busy weeknights, offering deep, complex flavors with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup unsweetened apple cider
1/2 cup heavy cream, room temperature
3 cloves garlic, minced finely
1 tsp dried thyme
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.
Season chicken pieces generously with salt and black pepper.
Sear chicken until golden brown on all sides and mostly cooked through, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
Add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
Pour in apple cider and chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping the bottom to incorporate browned bits.
Simmer the liquid until it reduces by half.
Stir in the heavy cream and dried thyme.
Return the chicken to the pan and simmer until the sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
Notes
Ensure you use unsweetened apple cider for the best flavor balance. Fresh rosemary can be substituted for dried thyme if preferred. This dish pairs excellently with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Pinterest
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg