Description
This Harvest Apple Cider Bourbon Glazed Chicken is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that will warm up your dinner table. The apple cider and bourbon create a delicious glaze that enhances the taste of the chicken, making it a delightful dish for any gathering.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup apple cider
1/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
Fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
1.
2. 1. In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider, bourbon, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, cinnamon, and garlic powder.
3. 2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
4. 3. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
5. 4. Meanwhile, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
6. 5. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
7. 6. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
8. 7. Pour the glaze over the chicken in the skillet and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors.
9. 8. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh thyme, and serve with your favorite sides.
10.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the apple cider and bourbon mixture for a few hours before cooking.
You can also substitute the chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: 🥃 BOOZE INFUSION
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg