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Chicken Normandy

Creamy Chicken Normandy for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Experience the warm embrace of Chicken Normandy, a comforting dish with tender chicken, apples, and creamy sauce, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 legs Whole Chicken A combination of thigh and drumstick ensures juicy, tender meat.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances the chicken's natural flavor; adjust to taste.
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground pepper is preferred.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Ideal for searing chicken.
  • 1 tbsp Butter Contributes a rich flavor.
  • 1 small Onion Thinly sliced, adds sweetness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, infuses aromatic flavor.
  • 2 Sliced Apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith recommended.
  • ¾ cup Apple Cider Key for the sauce flavor.
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Low-sodium forms the sauce base.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Creates a creamy consistency.
  • 2 tsp Dijon Mustard Adds tangy kick.
  • 1 tsp Fresh Thyme Alternatively ½ tsp dried.
  • 1 tbsp Parsley Chopped for garnish.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the whole chicken legs dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add the chicken legs, skin-side down, and sear for 6-8 minutes.
  3. Flip the legs and sear the other side for 4 minutes, then remove them to a plate.
  4. In the same skillet, add onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft; stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  5. Add the sliced apples and cook for 2-3 minutes until they just start to soften.
  6. Pour in the apple cider and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet; bring to a simmer.
  7. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme, creating the sauce.
  8. Return the chicken legs to the skillet; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes until cooked.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving, adding chopped parsley for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Chicken Normandy recipe transforms your dinner into a fragrant retreat, perfect for cozy evenings.

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