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Chicken Normandy or French Apple Cider Chicken

Savory Chicken Normandy in Creamy Apple Cider Bliss

Delight in this Chicken Normandy, a comforting French Apple Cider Chicken recipe that wraps tender thighs in a rich apple cider sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on for robust flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1 piece Onion Sliced
  • 2 pieces Apple Crisp varieties like Granny Smith or Fuji, sliced
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Dry French apple cider preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Thyme Or dried thyme as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Rosemary Or dried if fresh not available
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or plant-based cream

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by generously seasoning the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat two tablespoons of olive oil or butter over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook until golden, about 5–7 minutes, then flip and cook for 3–4 more minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. In the same skillet, add a sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Then add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Stir in the sliced apples, thyme, and rosemary, cooking for 2–3 minutes until the apples begin to soften.
  5. Pour in apple cider and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and let it simmer for 25–30 minutes until fully cooked.
  7. Remove the chicken once cooked, whisk in Dijon mustard and heavy cream into the sauce, and simmer for 5–7 minutes to thicken.
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet briefly to heat through and garnish with fresh thyme and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 28gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 760mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pairs beautifully with crusty bread or mashed potatoes. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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