Description
A delightful dish that combines the sweetness of apple cider with tender chicken, complemented by a refreshing autumn slaw.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped apples
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix apple cider, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the chicken thighs in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until cooked through.
- In a separate bowl, combine shredded cabbage, carrots, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and chopped apples to make the slaw.
- Serve the sticky apple cider chicken with the crisp autumn slaw on the side.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving for better juiciness.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with slaw
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg