Best 4 Apple Cider Chicken Quinoa Skillet Recipes

Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with our Apple Cider Chicken Quinoa Skillet, a culinary symphony of savory chicken, crisp apples, and tender quinoa, all harmonized in a delectable apple cider sauce. This one-pan wonder is a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Let us take you on a journey through this culinary masterpiece, where the sweet and tangy notes of apple cider dance harmoniously with the savory chicken and earthy quinoa, creating a perfect balance that will leave you craving more. But that's not all, as this versatile recipe includes three additional flavor-packed variations to satisfy every palate: a zesty Lemon Garlic Chicken Quinoa Skillet, a smoky Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Skillet, and a creamy Tuscan Chicken Quinoa Skillet. Each variation brings its own unique twist to the classic combination, ensuring that you have a delicious and satisfying meal every time you step into the kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your skillet, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will redefine your weeknight dinner routine.

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APPLE CIDER CHICKEN

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Apple Cider Chicken. Juicy chicken cooked with fresh apple cider, caramelized apples, and rosemary. An easy, healthy dinner that cooks in just ONE PAN!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs ((about 8, depending on size))
1 teaspoon kosher salt (divided)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (divided)
1/2 cup fresh apple cider
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3 medium firm (sweet apples, cored and cut into 1/2-inch slices (I used Gala))
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary (plus additional for serving)

Steps:

Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a large skillet over medium high. Sprinkle the top of the chicken evenly with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add the chicken to the pan, top-side down. Let cook 4 minutes, then flip and continue cooking until the meat is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 160 degrees, 3 to 4 additional minutes. Remove to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
In a small bowl or large measuring cup, stir together the apple cider and mustard. With a paper towel, carefully wipe the skillet clean. Add the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil to the pan over medium high. Once the oil is hot, add the apple slices, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and rosemary. Cook for 5 minutes, until the apples are lightly tender and begin to turn golden. Return the chicken to the pan and pour the cider mixture over the top. Let cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until the liquid is reduced by half. Serve warm, sprinkled with additional chopped rosemary as desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 4), Calories 286 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Sodium 430 mg, Fiber 4 g

SKILLET APPLE CIDER CHICKEN

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This skillet apple cider chicken is a great fall recipe. Serve with egg noodles.

Provided by Jeff

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 slices bacon
1 onion, sliced
2 cups chicken broth, divided
2 cups apple cider, divided
2 apples - peeled, cored, and sliced
4 sage leaves
2 sprigs fresh thyme
4 tablespoons butter

Steps:

Season chicken thighs with salt and set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned on both sides, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
Place bacon into the skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels and drain excess grease from the skillet.
Add onion to the skillet and cook over medium heat until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and 1 cup apple cider. Cook until reduced by 1/2, about 10 minutes. Add cooked bacon, apples, sage, and thyme; let simmer for 2 minutes. Add remaining chicken broth and cider.
Return chicken to the pan, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook and stir until chicken thighs are no longer pink in the centers, about 15 minutes.
Transfer chicken to a serving platter. Remove the pan from heat and add butter, swirling to combine with sauce. Pour over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 395.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 103.4 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 1117.9 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

APPLE CIDER CHICKEN

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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 Vidalia onion, chopped
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups apple cider

Steps:

Heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, add to pan and sear until golden, about 4 minutes each side. Remove chicken from pan, and set aside. Add remaining butter and onion, apple, garlic, thyme and bay leaves. Saute until apple begins to get color and onions soften, about 6 minutes. Add flour and stir 2 to 3 minutes. Nestle chicken back into pan, add cider, bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook until chicken is cooked through, about 12 minutes.

CIDER-BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH APPLES AND GREENS

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In this hearty one-pot dinner, chicken thighs are browned, then braised in chicken broth flavored with mustard, sage, garlic and a triple dose of apple: apple cider, cider vinegar and apple slices. The addition of a few handfuls of greens makes this a complete meal, in need of nothing else but a nice of hunk of bread to soak up the broth and perhaps a glass of dry white wine.

Provided by Lidey Heuck

Categories dinner, poultry, main course

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 1/2 to 2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 4 to 6)
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons canola or grapeseed oil
1 cup thinly sliced shallots (2 to 3 medium shallots)
2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh sage leaves
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup fresh apple cider
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3/4 to 1 cup chicken broth, preferably low-sodium
1 bunch curly kale (10 to 12 ounces), stemmed, leaves torn into bite-size pieces
1 crisp red apple, such as Fuji, cored and thinly sliced

Steps:

Pat the chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
In a Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat the oil over medium. Cook the chicken thighs skin-side down, undisturbed, until the skin is golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Flip and cook until lightly browned on the other side, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
Pour off all but about 3 tablespoons of fat from the pot, turn the heat to medium-low, then add the shallots and sage. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Add the cider, cider vinegar, mustard, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until the cider has reduced slightly, 2 to 3 minutes. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pot, skin-side up. Pour just enough broth around (not on!) the chicken to cover the sides of the thighs but not cover the skin on top.
Bring to a boil, then turn the heat to low. Partly cover and gently simmer until the thighs are cooked through and tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a clean plate or sheet pan (if you'd like to broil the chicken in the next step), raise the heat to medium, and add the kale and apple to the pot. Cook, tossing often, until all the kale is wilted, the apples are just softened and the liquid has reduced slightly, about 5 minutes. While the greens cook, if you'd like to crisp the skin on the chicken, pop it under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes.
Taste for seasoning, and stir in 1 or 2 more teaspoons cider vinegar to taste. Divide the chicken and kale mixture among shallow bowls; serve with crusty bread to mop up broth.

Tips:

Have all your ingredients prepped and measured before you start cooking. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling around looking for things while you're cooking.
Use a large skillet for this recipe. This will give the chicken and vegetables plenty of room to cook evenly.
Sear the chicken in batches if necessary. If your skillet is too small to fit all of the chicken in one layer, you can sear it in batches. Just remove the chicken from the skillet once it's browned and set it aside on a plate. Then, sear the remaining chicken in the same way.
Be careful not to overcrowd the skillet. If you overcrowd the skillet, the chicken and vegetables will not cook evenly.
Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. The chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Serve the chicken and vegetables over quinoa. This will make a delicious and healthy meal.

Conclusion:

This Apple Cider Chicken Quinoa Skillet is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you can add more vegetables, use a different type of quinoa, or add a different sauce. This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. So, next time you have some leftover chicken, try this recipe and enjoy a delicious and healthy meal.