Description
A comforting French-inspired chicken dish simmered in a creamy non-alcoholic apple cider sauce with tender apples and herbs.
Ingredients
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (900 g / 2 lb)
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 shallots, sliced (60 g / 2 oz)
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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2 medium apples, sliced (300 g / 10.5 oz)
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1½ cups non-alcoholic apple cider (360 ml)
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1 cup chicken broth (240 ml)
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1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
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½ cup heavy cream (120 ml)
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden, then remove.
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Melt butter in the same pan. Cook shallots and garlic until fragrant.
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Add apples, apple cider, broth, mustard, and thyme.
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Return chicken to the pan and simmer gently until cooked through.
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Stir in cream, simmer briefly, and serve warm.
Notes
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Use firm apples for best texture.
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Non-alcoholic apple cider is essential for the intended flavor.
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Reheat gently to preserve the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes