Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw Recipe
Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw is a delicious American main course featuring tender sautéed chicken breasts glazed with a syrupy apple cider reduction. Accompanied by a fresh, tangy slaw made from shredded cabbage, carrots, apple cider vinegar, and honey, this dish perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal seasonal meal for fall.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup apple cider
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Autumn Slaw
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
Garnish
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side, ensuring a nice crust forms.
- Reduce the Apple Cider: In a separate small pot, pour in the apple cider and simmer over medium heat until it reduces by about half and becomes thick and syrupy, approximately 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
- Glaze and Finish Cooking: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). When the chicken is nearly cooked through, pour the apple cider glaze over the chicken in the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes to let the glaze set and finish cooking the chicken fully.
- Prepare the Slaw: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Toss well to evenly coat the vegetables. Mix just before serving to retain crispness.
- Plate and Garnish: Serve the glazed chicken breasts on a bed of the autumn slaw. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for a fresh, herbaceous finish.
Notes
- Serve with quinoa or brown rice for a complete, balanced meal.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Ensure the apple cider reduction doesn’t burn by stirring frequently during simmering.
Keywords: apple cider chicken, autumn recipes, fall cooking, seasonal meals, sticky chicken, crisp slaw
