Description

A delicious Apple Cider Glazed Chicken recipe featuring tender boneless chicken breasts cooked in a savory and slightly sweet apple cider and honey glaze infused with fresh thyme and garlic. Perfectly pan-seared and simmered to create a flavorful and appetizing main dish ideal for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste

Glaze and Sauce

2 cups apple cider
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Garnish (Optional)

1 apple, thinly sliced
Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance flavor before cooking.
Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant to infuse the oil with garlic flavor.
Add Liquids: Pour in the apple cider and apple cider vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet to incorporate extra flavor. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Add Honey and Thyme: Stir in the honey and fresh thyme leaves. Allow the sauce to simmer and reduce until it thickens, about 10-15 minutes, creating a glossy glaze.
Coat Chicken: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and turn them to coat thoroughly with the glaze. Let the chicken warm through in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serve: Transfer the glazed chicken to a serving platter and, if desired, garnish with thin apple slices and chopped fresh parsley for an elegant presentation.
Enjoy: Serve immediately alongside your favorite sides such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

The glaze can be adjusted for sweetness by adding more or less honey according to taste.
Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
Optional garnishes add a fresh and crunchy contrast to the tender glazed chicken.
Leftover chicken can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to maintain flavor and moisture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple cider chicken, glazed chicken breast, skillet chicken recipe, apple cider glaze, easy chicken dinner