Description
Chicken Normandy, also known as French Apple Cider Chicken, is a delectable dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy, apple-infused sauce. This comforting recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or special gatherings, delivering rich flavors that will impress your guests and create lasting memories. With its beautiful presentation and mouthwatering aroma, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup apple cider (pure)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tart apples (like Granny Smith), thinly sliced
- Optional: pinch of sugar if desired
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Brown the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add apple cider and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
- Stir in Dijon mustard and thyme, then return the chicken to the skillet.
- Scatter sliced apples over the chicken, cover with foil, and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- Once done, remove from oven and drizzle with heavy cream, stirring gently to combine before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg