Description
Experience the cozy flavors of autumn with this tender, savory chicken dish, perfectly infused with sweet apple cider and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 2 cups fresh apple cider
- 2 medium sweet onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Sauce: 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken: Trim excess fat from the chicken thighs. Season each piece generously with salt and pepper.
- 2. Sauté the Aromatics: In a skillet over medium heat, add a bit of oil and sauté chopped onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about one minute.
- 3. Combine Ingredients in Slow Cooker: Pour sautéed onions and garlic into the slow cooker. Place seasoned chicken on top, followed by apple cider, brown sugar, thyme, and cinnamon sticks.
- 4. Cook Low and Slow: Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for about 6 to 8 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours until the chicken is fork-tender.
- 5. Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pot and shred it using two forks.
- 6. Serve It Up: Return shredded chicken to the sauce in the slow cooker. Mix well before serving over mashed potatoes or alongside roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding carrots for extra veggies or swapping apple cider for pear cider. Ensure you let the chicken rest after cooking to maximize juiciness. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.