Chicken Thighs with Honeyed Apples and Fresh Sage
Courtesy of CanolaInfo 8 Servings • 10 Min. Prep Time • 30 Min. Cook Time| Ingredients |
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| 3 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs |
| salt and pepper to taste |
| 3 Tbsp. canola oil |
| 3 Tbsp. honey |
| 2 apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2 in. thick wedges |
| 1/2 c. chopped shallots |
| 1/4 c. chicken broth |
| 1/2 c. apple cider |
| 2 sprigs fresh sage |
Directions:
1. Sprinkle chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat canola oil, in large frying pan, over medium heat. Cook chicken about 8 to 10 min., turning over once. Transfer chicken to a plate.
2. Add honey, apples and shallots to the pan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until apples are browned, about 5 min. Add broth, cider, sage and de-glaze the pan by boiling and scraping up any brown bits, for 1 min. Return chicken to the pan. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through about 15 min.
3. Remove chicken thighs and keep warm. Boil sauce for a few min. until sauce is slightly reduced. Place chicken pieces on platter, garnish with fresh sage. Pour sauce into serving dish and pass with chicken.
Nutrition:
Calories: 350; Total Fat: 17g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 115mg; Total Carbs: 16g; Fiber: 0g; Protein: 32g; Sodium: 150mg;