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Autumn Chicken DinnerAutumn Chicken Dinner

Cozy Autumn Chicken Dinner with Sweet Potatoes and Apples

This Autumn Chicken Dinner epitomizes cozy fall flavors with sweet potatoes and apples, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or chicken thighs for a richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or dairy-free margarine
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) preferably fresh
  • 1 cup Apple Cider or apple juice/white wine
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth ensure gluten-free if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or fresh thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon or nutmeg
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes (cubed) or regular potatoes
  • 2 pieces Apple (sliced) preferably Fuji or Honeycrisp
  • 1/2 cup Pecans (chopped) or walnuts
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped) for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large ovenproof skillet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil and sear the chicken for about 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Add butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  5. Pour in apple cider and chicken broth, scraping any brown bits from the pan, and simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in Dijon mustard, thyme, and cinnamon, simmering for another 2 minutes.
  7. Add sweet potato cubes and apple slices into the skillet, tossing to coat well.
  8. Nestle the seared chicken among the vegetables.
  9. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the dish.
  10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and potatoes are tender.
  11. Let the skillet rest for a few minutes before garnishing with parsley.
  12. Serve warm with sweet potatoes and apple slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use an instant-read thermometer to check chicken temperature and scrape all brown bits for a richer flavor.

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