Sticky Apple Cider Chicken: A Juicy Fall Delight with Autumn Slaw
Why Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw Shines
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix apple cider, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, combine shredded cabbage, grated carrots, apple cider vinegar, and honey to create the slaw.
- Serve the baked chicken topped with autumn slaw.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
- Adjust the sweetness of the slaw by adding more or less honey.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with slaw
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 85 milligrams
Keywords: Sticky Apple Cider Chicken, Autumn Slaw, Chicken Recipes, Fall Recipes