Chicken Normandy (French Apple Cider Chicken)
A cozy French dish with tender chicken simmered in apple cider, onions, herbs, and a light cream sauce. Warm, sweet, savory, and perfect for weeknights or special dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 chicken thighs or breasts
2 apples, sliced
1 onion, sliced
1 cup apple cider
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons butter
Fresh thyme
Salt and pepper
Instructions
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Brown the chicken in a hot skillet for 4–5 minutes per side.
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Cook apples in butter until lightly golden.
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Add onions and thyme; cook until soft.
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Pour in cider to deglaze. Simmer 3 minutes.
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Add broth and mustard.
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Return chicken and simmer 10–12 minutes.
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Stir in cream and cook 2 minutes.
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Season and serve warm.
Notes
Use firm apples for best texture. Add more cream for a richer sauce. Serve with mashed potatoes or rice.
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 29g