Are you in search of a flavorful and healthy recipe that combines the sweetness of apples with the savory taste of chicken and vegetables? Look no further! This article will guide you through the process of creating a tantalizing apple marinated chicken and vegetable dish that is sure to impress your taste buds. Using fresh, seasonal apples, herbs, and a blend of spices, you'll create a delightful marinade that infuses the chicken with flavor. Roasted vegetables add a colorful and nutritious element to this dish, making it a complete and satisfying meal. Whether you're cooking for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this apple marinated chicken and vegetable recipe is sure to be a hit.
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APPLE-MARINATED CHICKEN & VEGETABLES
I actually invented this chicken with vegetables dish at a campground, so you know it's easy. Using the same marinade for the meat and veggies keeps it simple so we can spend more time outside and less making dinner. -Jayme Schertz, Clintonville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the first seven ingredients until blended. Place 1 cup marinade and chicken in a large resealable plastic bag; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 6 hours or overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Cut carrots, zucchini and squash lengthwise into quarters; cut crosswise into 2-in. pieces. Toss with 1/2 cup reserved marinade., Drain chicken, discarding marinade in bag. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°, basting frequently with remaining marinade during the last 5 minutes. Keep warm., Transfer vegetables to a grill wok or basket; place on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat 10-12 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 37g protein.
APPLE-MARINATED ROAST CHICKEN WITH GRILLED APPLE RINGS
This is one of our favorite Rosh Hashana dishes, I make it every fall and for our family it completely symbolizes autumn. You can bake the chicken as per the recipe, or you can also grill it over coals, it gives it a really special flavor.
Provided by Mirj2338
Categories Chicken
Time 6h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- To make the chicken: Combine the apple juice concentrate, maple syrup, vinegar, oil, salt, cinnamon and pepper.
- Put the chicken pieces in a large Ziploc bag with the above combined ingredients.
- Marinate this in the fridge for 4 hours, or even overnight, turning occasionally.
- Heat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and put the pieces into a baking pan and roast for 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
- Let it rest for a bit.
- Meanwhile, while the chicken is roasting, pour the marinade into a pot and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a small cup, stir together the cornstarch and water, and then stir it into the marinade.
- Boil for about 1 minute until it thickens.
- To make the apple rings: Stir together in a bowl the butter, maple syrup and cinnamon.
- Add the apple rings and toss to coat.
- Broil the apple rings about 4-6 inches from the heat for about 3 minutes each side, or, cook in a pan for about 2-3 minutes each side.
- Serve the chicken with the sauce and the apples.
APPLE GINGER CHICKEN MARINADE
This marinade makes chicken extremely moist and flavorful. Great for grilling or baking! The cook time includes the important marinating time. It requires overnight, but the longer the better. I stumbled upon it while doing an internet search and don't know the site I found it on, so if its your recipe feel free to let us know! Its a good one!
Provided by Jamie Renee
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 8h5m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a 4-6 cup volume bowl whisk together apple juice, apple cider vinegar and vegetable oil.
- Next whisk in the honey.
- It is helpful to use the same measuring cup that you just measured the vegetable oil in, to allow the honey to easily slide out.
- Continue whisking until combined.
- Whisk 1 tbsp ginger.
- Mince 3-4 garlic cloves according to size of cloves and taste.
- Whisk in garlic.
- Marinade 4-8 chicken breasts, depending on size, in large lidded bowl or disposable zip top baggie.
- This makes a lot, over 2 1/2 cups, but with these ingredients on hand, its easy to mix up more if you need it.
- Marinate chicken at least 8 hours in refrigerator.
- Grill or bake as desired.
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your dish a more colorful and flavorful appearance. Some good choices include bell peppers, zucchini, onions, mushrooms, and broccoli.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
- Marinate the chicken and vegetables for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to penetrate the food and make it more flavorful.
- Grill the chicken and vegetables over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from burning.
- Serve the chicken and vegetables immediately. They are best when they are hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
Apple-marinated chicken and vegetables is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the vegetables are crisp and flavorful. This dish is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give apple-marinated chicken and vegetables a try.
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