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Apple Maple Chicken

Apple Maple Chicken: A Cozy Twist on Weeknight Favorites

Apple Maple Chicken is a quick and easy recipe blending tender chicken with sweet apples and maple syrup, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 breasts boneless, skinless chicken fresh is best
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can use avocado oil
  • to taste salt essential seasoning
  • to taste black pepper essential seasoning
For the Apple Mixture
  • 2 cups apples cored and sliced; use Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup adjust for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or nutmeg for variation
Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice optional but recommended
  • to taste fresh thyme optional garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Apple Maple Chicken
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Cook in skillet for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add sliced apples and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they soften.
  4. Stir in 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1/2 cup chicken broth, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Let bubble for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  5. Return chicken to skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving and garnish with thyme if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Pair with roasted vegetables or rice for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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