Apple Cider-Glazed Chicken Breasts
Juicy chicken breasts glazed with a flavorful apple cider sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces boneless (skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each))
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper Salt and black pepper
- 1 finely diced shallot
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup apple cider (unfiltered works best)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (chopped (or ¼ teaspoon dried))
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for deeper sweetness)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, and pound to even thickness if needed.
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet, sear chicken 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through. Transfer to plate.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter, shallot, and garlic; cook until softened. Add apple cider and vinegar, simmer until reduced by half.
- Whisk in mustard, thyme, rosemary, and maple syrup; cook until slightly thickened. Return chicken to pan, coat with glaze, and warm through.
Notes
Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety.