BRAISED CHICKEN THIGHS AND APPLES

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Apple cider and apples give this braised chicken dish a decidedly fall feel.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 bone-in chicken thighs (2 to 2 1/2 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 bunch leeks (white and green parts), halved lengthwise and sliced
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup apple cider
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 apples, such as Golden Delicious, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degree F. Sprinkle the chicken generously with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a large, deep ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in the skillet skin-side down and cook, flipping once, until golden on both sides. Transfer to a plate.
  • Reduce the heat to medium, add the thyme and leeks to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 4 minutes. Pour in the wine and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Cook until the skillet is nearly dry. Stir in the broth, apple cider and a pinch each of salt and pepper and bring to a boil.
  • Use a fork to mash the butter and flour together in a small bowl until smooth. Whisk the butter-flour mixture into the skillet until dissolved. Stir in the apples and remove from the heat. Nestle the chicken skin-side up in the skillet along with any collected juices from the plate. Bake until the chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes.

Ivan Rigo
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken thighs. The apples add a nice sweetness and the sauce is very flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Souarya Akter
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This is a great recipe! The chicken was fall-apart tender and the apples were perfectly caramelized. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious and comforting meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Domonique Collins
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the apples add a nice sweetness. I've made this dish for my family and friends many times, and it's always a hit.


Sumitra sunuwar
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This recipe is amazing! The chicken was so tender and juicy, and the apples added a perfect sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Nathaniel Carcoba
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This is a delicious and easy recipe that I will definitely be making again. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the apples added a nice sweetness. I served it with roasted potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


Subhan Cheetah
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken thighs. The apples add a nice sweetness and the sauce is very flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


China_xoxo_
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was fall-apart tender and the apples were perfectly caramelized. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious and comforting meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Shakib Gonda
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This is a delicious and easy recipe that I will definitely be making again. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the apples added a nice sweetness. I served it with roasted potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


Garsaynee Vah
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken thighs. The apples add a nice sweetness and the sauce is very flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Tumwesigye Joseph
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This recipe is a winner! The chicken was fall-apart tender and the apples were perfectly caramelized. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious and comforting meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Hameed Noor
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and the results are always amazing. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the apples add a nice sweetness. I've made this dish for my family and friends many times, and it's always a hit.


Happiness Ifeanyi
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This is a delicious and easy recipe that I will definitely be making again. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the apples added a nice sweetness. I served it with roasted potatoes and it was a perfect meal.


Muhammad Arsal
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken thighs. The apples add a nice sweetness and the sauce is very flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Louzanne Gill
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was fall-apart tender and the apples were perfectly caramelized. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a delicious and comforting meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Gina Dorman
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the apples added a nice sweetness. The sauce was also very flavorful. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Laura Romero
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make, and the results are always amazing. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the apples add a nice sweetness. I've made this dish for my family and friends many times, and it's always a hit.


Beauty Hammy
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This is one of the easiest and most delicious chicken recipes I've ever tried. The chicken was moist and tender, and the apples added a nice tartness. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family.


Milan Markovic
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I'm not usually a fan of chicken thighs, but this recipe changed my mind. The braising process made the meat so juicy and flavorful. The apples were a great addition, too. I will definitely be making this dish again.


sohana farzana
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This recipe is a game-changer! The chicken thighs were fall-apart tender and the apples added a touch of sweetness that balanced the savory flavors perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again and again.