Description
Think juicy chicken bathed in golden spiced sauce, sweet apples mingling with caramelized onions, and a scent that could make a lumberjack cry. This 30-minute miracle is the edible version of your favorite flannel—warm, comforting, and always welcome. No special gear or gourmet skills required. Just one pan, a handful of pantry staples, and a craving for something that feels like home.
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
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1 tbsp olive oil + 1 tbsp butter
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1 large onion, thinly sliced
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2 apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), sliced
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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½ tsp ground allspice
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Salt & pepper to taste
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½ cup chicken broth (or veggie broth)
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1 tsp Dijon mustard
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Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
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Season Chicken: Pat dry and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cinnamon.
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Sear: Heat oil + butter in skillet. Sear chicken 3–4 mins per side until golden. Remove from pan.
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Sauté Apples & Onions: In same pan, cook onions and apples 5 mins until soft and shiny.
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Spice & Simmer: Stir in cinnamon, allspice, Dijon. Toast spices for 1 min. Add broth, scrape pan.
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Finish Cooking: Return chicken to pan, cover and simmer 10–12 mins until cooked through.
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Thicken Sauce (optional): Simmer uncovered 2 mins. Need more body? Stir in 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with water.
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Serve: Spoon sauce over chicken. Garnish. Pair with mashed potatoes, wild rice, or green beans.
Notes
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Too sweet? Balance with lemon juice or apple cider vinegar.
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Apple mush? Use firm apples and avoid over-stirring.
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Remix Ideas: Try maple-bacon, curry spice, or wine-infused versions.
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Make Ahead: Tastes even better the next day!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 min
Nutrition
- Calories: Cal per serving
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g