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Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Thighs for Cozy Family Dinners

Enjoy Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Thighs for a comforting and flavorful family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts if preferred, adjusting cook time accordingly.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Apple Cider Adds natural sweetness and acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Balances the cider's sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Brightens the dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Complements the apple cider’s flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can be swapped with shallots.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh is ideal.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary If fresh isn’t available, 1 tsp of dried herbs can suffice.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme If fresh isn’t available, 1 tsp of dried herbs can suffice.
For the Apples
  • 2 medium Honeycrisp Apples Substitute with other sweet varieties like Fuji.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute butter for a richer flavor.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Thighs
  1. Thinly slice 2 Honeycrisp apples and 1 medium yellow onion. Mince 3 cloves of garlic.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups of apple cider, 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
  3. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil at the bottom of the crockpot. Layer the sliced onions and apples evenly.
  4. Place 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs over the layered vegetables. Sprinkle fresh rosemary and thyme.
  5. Pour the prepared apple cider sauce over the chicken, ensuring it coats every piece, and add the minced garlic on top.
  6. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pat the chicken dry for a better sear if choose to brown them first. Use fresh herbs for best flavor.

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