SARASOTA'S SAVORY ROASTED CHICKEN, APPLES & ONIONS

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Easy flavorful roasted chicken with very little work. This is very versatile as in any cut of chicken will work with this recipe, bone in or not, skin on or not, even a whole chicken, but obviously cooking times will differ. Also, this not a dish that will do well in the crock pot. The key to this dish is the apple glaze on the chicken so don't skip it. The glaze gives a nice golden brown crisp crust which is why this dish really needs to be cooked in the oven. Now for the sauce, I use a mix of white wine and apple cider, but you can use chicken stock instead of either one, but those 2 ingredients make this dish special. Serve this with noodles or wild rice; but I prefer serving this over mashed parsnips or even a simple baked sweet potato on the side.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 Thighs, 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 -10 chicken thighs (I prefer bone in, but skinless)
4 apples, cut in thick wedges (you don't want a soft apple like McIntosh, I like a Gala or Fuji apple)
6 -8 small onions (cut in half or quarters depending on the size)
1/2 cup white wine (you can always sub with chicken broth)
1 cup apple cider
1 teaspoon lemon juice
salt
pepper
2 -3 sprigs fresh thyme
1 cup apple jelly
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Glaze -- Add the jelly, garlic and thyme to a small measuring cup and microwave for just 30 seconds on medium. This will warm it up just enough so the jelly is easier to brush on the chicken.
  • Chicken -- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature. Season well with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Apples -- Slice the apples, peels on, but you can peel them if you want and toss with lemon juice. This will just prevent them from browning.
  • Casserole -- In a 13x9" pan, spray well with a non-stick spray and add the chicken. Add the apples and onions around the chicken. Mix the wine, cider, salt and pepper and pour over the apples and onions. Break up the sprigs of thyme and lay around the chicken.
  • Glaze -- Brush each of the chicken thighs with the glaze.
  • Bake -- Middle shelf in the oven at 375 degrees, uncovered. They will take about 30 minutes, but this will depend on what type and size of chicken parts you are using. As the chicken cooks, make sure to glaze the chicken at least one more time.
  • Serve -- As I mentioned, I prefer mashed parsnips or even a baked sweet potato, but, it is up to you. Most of the sauce will have cooked down, but you can always use any leftover sauce over the onions and apples. ENJOY!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 783.8, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 157.9, Sodium 184.3, Carbohydrate 95.2, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 66.7, Protein 34.3

Morianah Scaret
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This recipe is a keeper!


cloudybear
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I will definitely be making this again.


Chancel Lihau
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Alonzo Mosesjr
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Ami Tomar
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This dish was delicious!


RajKumar_Sah Sah
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the apples and onions were a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Daniyal Ahmad
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This dish is so easy to make and the results are amazing! The chicken was perfectly roasted and the apples and onions were caramelized to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


rasal khan
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so flavorful and moist, and the apples and onions added a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Onoriode Joy
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious. I highly recommend it.


Fonkika Akom
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the apples and onions added a nice sweetness. We will definitely be making this again.


Nuwamanya Godfrey
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This dish was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the apples and onions were caramelized to perfection. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Anuwar Ahmed
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the apples and onions were a perfect match. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Siddik Ahmed nabil
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the chicken and the apples and onions. I will definitely be making this again.


Hasnan Ali
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This is the best roasted chicken recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was perfectly cooked and the apples and onions were a delicious addition. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Anushazahid
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so flavorful and juicy, and the apples and onions added a nice sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Ivette Bayona
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing! The chicken was perfectly roasted and the apples and onions were caramelized to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lokendar Yadav
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I made this dish last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was so moist and tender, and the apples and onions added a nice sweetness and crunch. We will definitely be making this again soon.


Rameez Gujjar
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This roasted chicken recipe is a winner! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the apples and onions were a perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.