Chicken Recipe

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A comforting skillet dinner featuring pan-seared chicken, caramelized apples, and tender Brussels sprouts in a savory cider-thyme sauce.
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This hearty skillet dinner brings together the savory richness of bacon with the sweet-tart brightness of apples and cider. Boneless chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a fragrant broth infused with fresh thyme. The dish is rounded out with crisp-tender Brussels sprouts that absorb the delicious pan juices. It’s a balanced meal that feels rustic yet refined, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering. The combination of texturesâÂÂcrunchy sprouts, tender chicken, and soft applesâÂÂmakes every bite satisfying. Simple ingredients come together quickly, making this an accessible recipe for home cooks looking for flavor without the fuss. Serve directly from the skillet for a warm, communal dining experience.

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Chicken Recipe

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 166.2

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This hearty skillet dinner brings together the savory richness of bacon with the sweet-tart brightness of apples and cider. Boneless chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a fragrant broth infused with fresh thyme. The dish is rounded out with crisp-tender Brussels sprouts that absorb the delicious pan juices. It&# 226;ÂÂs a balanced meal that feels rustic yet refined, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual weekend gathering. The combination of texturesâÂÂcrunchy sprouts, tender chicken, and soft applesâÂÂmakes every bite satisfying. Simple ingredients come together quickly, making this an accessible recipe for home cooks looking for flavor without the fuss. Serve directly from the skillet for a warm, communal dining experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim stems and remove any wilted outer leaves from Brussels sprouts; halve any large sprouts.
  2. In an extra-large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until browned and crisp, turning occasionally; remove bacon and set aside, reserving drippings in skillet.
  3. Add Brussels sprouts to the reserved drippings; cook over medium heat until crisp-tender, then remove from pan and set aside.
  4. Pat chicken dry and add to the skillet skin side down; cook until golden brown on both sides, then remove from skillet.
  5. Add apples to the skillet; cook for 4 minutes or until browned on both sides, then remove from skillet.
  6. Drain and discard excess drippings from the skillet, leaving a light coating of fat.
  7. Add cider, thyme, mustard, and salt to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  8. Bring liquid to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
  9. Return chicken to the skillet; cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  10. Add Brussels sprouts and apples to the skillet; cook, uncovered, for 3 to 5 minutes more or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 175ðF.
  11. Crumble reserved bacon over the dish before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 166.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.6g17%
Saturated Fat 3.5g18%
Cholesterol 11.5mg4%
Sodium 430.8mg18%
Total Carbohydrate 7.8g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 6.1g
Protein 9.2g19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, brussels sprouts, apples, bacon, cider, thyme, skillet, main course, weeknight dinner, pan-seared, simmered, comfort food, family meal, healthy, easy, one-pan, fall flavors
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