Description
A delightful dish combining tender chicken thighs with caramelized apples and shallots, perfect for a flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 medium shallots, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, from about 2 medium lemons
- 2 large Honeycrisp apples, cored, sliced into ½-inch slices
- Fresh thyme sprigs, for garnish
- 1 medium lemon, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season both sides evenly with Italian seasoning, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the sliced shallots and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to caramelize.
- Add the brown sugar and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir until the sugar melts and the sauce comes together.
- Add the apple slices and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the apples are slightly softened and caramelized but still hold their shape.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and turn to coat it in the apple shallot sauce.
- Garnish with fresh thyme and lemon slices. Serve warm.
Notes
- Make sure to use Honeycrisp apples for the best flavor.
- You can substitute chicken breasts if you prefer, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- This dish pairs well with rice or a salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg