Why Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw Shines Bright
Explore the delightful combination of succulent chicken glazed in apple cider and paired with a refreshing autumn slaw for a perfect fall meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 apple, diced
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- In a skillet, combine chicken thighs, apple cider, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Cook over medium heat until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- In a separate bowl, mix shredded cabbage, diced apple, walnuts, and mayonnaise.
- Serve the chicken topped with the autumn slaw.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in apple cider overnight.
- Feel free to substitute walnuts with pecans if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with slaw
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 28 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 75 milligrams