Why Sticky Apple Cider Chicken Shines with Crisp Autumn Slaw
This Sticky Apple Cider Chicken is the perfect dish for autumn, combining sweet and savory flavors with a delightful crunch from the slaw.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 cups cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together apple cider, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and cinnamon.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the apple cider mixture over the chicken.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, in another bowl, combine shredded cabbage and carrots.
- Dress the slaw with a splash of apple cider vinegar, salt, and pepper before serving alongside the chicken.
Notes
- Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
- Adjust sweetness of the slaw with additional sugar if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with slaw
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Sticky Apple Cider Chicken, Autumn Slaw, Fall Recipes