Description
Experience a delightful blend of sweet and savory in this quick and easy Apple Cider Glazed Chicken Skillet, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Pan: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Sear the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken and sear for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Create the Glaze: In a mixing bowl, whisk together apple cider, brown sugar, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
- Add Flavor: Pour the glaze over the chicken in the skillet, ensuring each piece is coated. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Thicken That Sauce: For a thicker sauce, let it bubble for an additional few minutes while stirring occasionally.
- Serve Up: Transfer the chicken to plates and drizzle with remaining glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute apple cider with orange juice for a zesty flavor twist. Add vegetables like bell peppers or onions for extra nutrition. Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of brown sugar or apple cider to your taste.