Zesty Savor Apple Chicken with Cider Mustard Sauce in One Pan
Indulge in the delightful balance of flavors with Zesty Savor Apple Chicken. This one-pan recipe features tender chicken breasts paired with fresh apples and a tangy cider mustard sauce that creates a symphony of savory and sweet. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy dish promises to impress with its vibrant taste and aromatic appeal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples, sliced
- 3 tbsp cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a large oven-safe skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- 3. In the same skillet, add sliced apples and sauté for about 3 minutes until they soften.
- 4. Whisk together cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, thyme, and chicken broth in a bowl, then pour into the skillet with apples.
- 5. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece.
- 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Serve drizzled with sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg