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Dutch Oven Braised Chicken Thighs (With Apple Cider)
Enjoy tender, flavorful chicken thighs braised in apple cider with fresh herbs and sliced apples for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2-3 large Shallots (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- ¾ cup Apple Cider (unfiltered preferred)
- ½ cup Chicken Broth
- 1 teaspoon Stone Ground Mustard
- ¾ teaspoon Fresh Rosemary (finely chopped)
- ¾ teaspoon Fresh Thyme (finely chopped)
- ¾ teaspoon Fresh Sage (finely chopped)
- 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
- 1 large Pink Lady Apple (thinly sliced)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper. Sear in hot oil until browned, then set aside.
- Sauté shallots 2-3 min, add garlic and cook 30 sec. Deglaze with apple cider, add broth and herbs, simmer briefly.
- Return chicken to pot, add sliced apples, cover, and braise in oven at 325°F for 25-30 min until tender.
Notes
Use unfiltered apple cider for best flavor and adjust seasoning to taste.