SLOW-COOKER CHICKEN WITH APPLES AND CRèME FRAîCHE

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Comfort food from the crock! Fresh thyme, apples, sage and crème fraiche give this slow-simmered chicken dinner irresistible depth.

Provided by Cindy Rahe

Categories     Entree

Time 4h20m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 1/2 to 3 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
Salt
3 shallots, halved
1/4 cup Calvados (apple brandy) or apple cider
1/4 cup Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 bay leaves
2 or 3 sprigs fresh thyme
2 apples, peeled and cored
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
1/4 cup crème fraîche
Betty Crocker™ mashed potatoes, as desired

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt. Brown chicken thighs, in batches if needed, on both sides, along with the shallots. Do not worry about cooking the chicken through. Remove chicken and shallots from skillet, and add to slow cooker.
  • Remove skillet from heat; add brandy. Return skillet with brandy to heat to deglaze by scraping up brown bits from bottom. Once the bits are all scraped up, add brandy to slow cooker.
  • Add chicken broth, bay leaves, thyme and apples to slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 4 hours. After 3 1/2 hours, stir in sage. After 4 hours, just before serving, stir in crème fraîche. Serve over mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Usmanking Usmanking
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Really enjoyed this dish! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the apples added a nice touch of sweetness. The crème fraîche sauce was rich and creamy. Will definitely make this again!


Mano Alixe
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Tried this recipe last night and it was a success! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I used Granny Smith apples and they held their shape well. Served it with rice and everyone loved it. Definitely recommend!


Jiten Brave
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This slow-cooker chicken dish with apples and crème fraîche was an absolute delight! The chicken turned out moist and tender, while the apples added a delightful sweetness and crunch. The crème fraîche added a rich and creamy flavor that brought the