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Sticky Apple Cider Glazed Chicken served with a side of crunchy, colorful Autumn Slaw featuring cabbage and apple slices. recipe card

Sticky Apple Cider Chicken with Crisp Autumn Slaw

A delightful fall dish featuring tender chicken thighs marinated in sweet and tangy apple cider, served with a crunchy autumn slaw.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Autumn
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces chicken thighs Bone-in and skin-on preferred for flavor.
  • 1 cup apple cider Fresh apple cider preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

For the Slaw

  • 2 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 piece carrot, grated
  • 1 piece apple, diced
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Can reduce for a lighter slaw.

Instructions
 

Marination

  • In a bowl, mix apple cider, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
  • Marinate the chicken thighs in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.

Cooking

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until fully cooked.

Slaw Preparation

  • In a separate bowl, combine shredded cabbage, grated carrot, diced apple, apple cider vinegar, and olive oil to create the slaw.

Serving

  • Serve the sticky chicken hot with the autumn slaw on the side.

Notes

Ensure you marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for better flavor. Marinating overnight can enhance the taste even more. The slaw is best eaten fresh.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g
Keyword Apple Cider Chicken, chicken recipe, Comfort Food, Crisp Slaw, Fall Recipes
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