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Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw Shines

Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw Shines for Cozy Fall Dinners

Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw shines with fall flavors for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Apple Cider Substitute with apple juice for a milder flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Honey No substitutions recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can replace it for a milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is preferable.
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Chicken breasts can be used for a leaner option.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Slaw
  • 2 cups Shredded Cabbage Red or green cabbage can be interchanged.
  • 1 cup Grated Carrots No substitutions necessary.
  • 1 piece Crisp Apple Thinly sliced, choose a variety like Granny Smith.
  • 3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Celery Seeds Can be omitted if unavailable.
  • to taste Chopped Parsley/Chives Other herbs like cilantro can work.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the glaze by combining apple cider, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a saucepan. Simmer until thickened.
  2. Cook chicken thighs in a heated skillet for 6–8 minutes skin-side down, then flip and cook for another 5–7 minutes.
  3. Once nearly cooked, pour the glaze over chicken and gently cook until sticky and caramelized.
  4. Make the slaw by mixing shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and sliced apple in a bowl. Add vinegar, celery seeds, salt, and pepper.
  5. Serve the chicken alongside the slaw, garnishing with chopped parsley or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use fresh, seasonal ingredients for the best flavor. Prepare slaw a day in advance but wait to dress it until just before serving for optimum crunch.

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