30 Minute Apple Cider Glazed Chicken Skillet
Delight your taste buds with this 30 Minute Apple Cider Glazed Chicken Skillet. Juicy chicken breasts are seared to perfection and coated in a sweet and tangy apple cider glaze, making this dish an instant favorite for busy weeknights. Quick and easy to prepare, this visually stunning meal pairs beautifully with rice or salad, ensuring a satisfying dinner that impresses without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh apple cider
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a bowl, whisk together apple cider, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and thyme.
- Pour the glaze over the chicken in the skillet; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve warm, drizzling additional glaze from the skillet over the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with pork or tofu for a different twist. Enhance nutrition by adding seasonal veggies like carrots or Brussels sprouts. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.