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Cider-Braised Chicken and Mushrooms

Published November 15, 2019
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A plate of cider-braised chicken thigh with mushroom sauce on a white plate with a blue rim. To the left is a skillet with more cider-braised chicken thighs and mushroom sauce. The dish is garnished with fresh herbs, accompanied by a fork, knife, striped napkin, and a glass of water beside it. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published November 15, 2019
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This one-skillet wonder features chicken, mushrooms and a savory hard apple cider and mustard sauce that’s pure French comfort food.

Cider-Braised Chicken and Mushrooms

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) pepper
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil, divided
  • 2 large shallots, thinly sliced (1/2 cup)
  • 10 ounces (283 grams) cremini mushrooms, quartered (about 4 cups)
  • 2 medium garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 2 teaspoons (10 ml) fresh thyme, chopped and divided
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) hard apple cider
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) grainy mustard

Directions

Season the chicken with the salt and pepper. Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken to the pan and cook until lightly browned, 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate.

Add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons of oil to the skillet. Add the mushrooms and shallots and sauté, stirring frequently, until mushrooms begin to brown, 4 minutes. Add the garlic and thyme and cook until fragrant, 45 seconds.

Reduce heat to medium low. Add the cider, broth and mustard and bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits on bottom of pan. Add the chicken and any accumulated juices from the plate, cover and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 8 minutes. Remove the lid and simmer uncovered until the sauce has reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Serve.

Serves: 4 | Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh, 1/2 cup vegetables and sauce

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 341; Total Fat: 20.3g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 185mg; Sodium: 438mg; Carbohydrate: 11.8g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 3.9g; Protein: 40g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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