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Cider-Spiced Braised Chicken Thighs
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Cider-Spiced Braised Chicken Thighs

1 h 5 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
from @luluserves1 import0 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)Meat8 pieces
  • chicken bouillon (crumbled, for the marinade)Pantry2 pieces
  • cider spice blend (for the marinade)Spices2 g
  • onion (sliced)Produce1 piece
  • apples (cored and sliced)Produce2 pieces
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • butter (unsalted)Dairy30 g
  • apple ciderBeverages240 ml
  • white wine (dry)Beverages120 ml
  • chicken brothPantry240 ml
  • fresh herbs (thyme and rosemary sprigs)Produce10 g
  • olive oil (for searing)Pantry15 ml
  • saltSpices4 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices2 g

per serving

Nutrition

410kcal

Carbs
16 g
Proteins
33 g
Fat
24 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Marinate the chicken

    • Season the chicken thighs with the chicken bouillon, cider spice blend, salt and pepper.
    • Rub everything in well and let the chicken marinate while you prep the rest.
    Step 1

  2. Prep the vegetables and fruit

    • Slice the onion.
    • Core and slice the apples.
    • Mince the garlic.
    Step 2

  3. Sear the chicken

    • Heat the olive oil in the pan over medium-high heat.
    • Brown the chicken thighs skin-side down until golden, then set aside.
    Step 3

  4. Soften the onions and apples

    • Add the butter to the pan and melt.
    • Add the onions and cook until translucent.
    • Add the apples and garlic and cook until they soften slightly.
    Step 4

  5. Build the braising base

    • Pour in the apple cider or white wine and the chicken broth.
    • Scrape up the browned bits and let it simmer for a bit.
    Step 5

  6. Braise in the oven

    • Return the chicken to the pan with the fresh herbs.
    • Transfer the pan to the oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and caramelized.
    Step 6
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