Why Sticky Apple Cider Chicken Shines with Crisp Autumn Slaw
Discover the delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors in this sticky apple cider chicken recipe, perfectly complemented by a crisp autumn slaw.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4 cups green cabbage, shredded
- 1 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup cranberries, dried
- 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- In a large bowl, whisk together apple cider, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken thighs to the bowl and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the marinade over them.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and caramelized.
- For the slaw, in a large bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, cranberries, and pecans.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, maple syrup, and lemon juice.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw and toss to combine.
- Serve the sticky apple cider chicken alongside the crisp autumn slaw.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Adjust the sweetness of the slaw by adding more or less maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with slaw
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: sticky apple cider chicken, autumn slaw, fall recipe, comfort food