30-Minute Apple Cider Glazed Chicken Skillet
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this 30-Minute Apple Cider Glazed Chicken Skillet. This quick and easy recipe combines succulent chicken breasts seared to perfection, then glazed with a sweet and tangy apple cider sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this dish promises to impress family and friends alike with its irresistible aroma and mouth-watering taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear each side for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Add Garlic: In the last minute of searing, add minced garlic to infuse flavor—be careful not to burn it.
- Create the Glaze: Pour in apple cider, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well while scraping the bottom of the skillet for flavor.
- Cook Through: Let simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
- Finish with Thyme: Stir in fresh thyme during the last two minutes of cooking for an aromatic finish.
- Serve: Drizzle the glaze over the chicken and enjoy with rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added depth, substitute chicken breasts with thighs or even tofu for a vegetarian option. Experiment by adding nuts such as walnuts or pecans for extra crunch just before serving.