Maple-Glazed Chicken with Apple and Thyme

Juicy chicken breasts coated in a sweet-tangy maple-apple glaze, finished with fresh thyme for a simple yet elegant dish.

Cuisine: American

Category: One Pot

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 4 chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then season both sides with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, then transfer to a plate and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, whisk together 3 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons apple cider, and 1 teaspoon minced thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet, turning to coat evenly with the glaze. Cook for 1 more minute, then remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.