Description
Chicken braised in apple cider vinegar delivers a tangy, comforting meal that brings warmth to your dinner table. Your family will savor each tender bite of this simple yet satisfying dish that comes together with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 chicken thighs
Supporting Liquids:
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup chicken broth
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme
Instructions
- Warm 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers and coats the bottom of the pan.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper evenly across your 4 chicken thighs, massaging the seasoning into the meat.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs into the hot skillet, allowing them to develop a golden-brown crust for 5 minutes on each side.
- Toss in 1 sliced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, stirring them around the chicken until they turn translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- Carefully pour 1 cup apple cider vinegar and 1 cup chicken broth into the skillet, creating a flavorful liquid bath for the chicken.
- Scatter 1 teaspoon thyme across the surface and gently nudge the liquid to a soft simmer.
- Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and let the chicken braise for exactly 30 minutes at 325°F, ensuring the meat becomes tender and absorbs the tangy sauce.
- Remove the lid, plate your chicken, and drizzle the aromatic pan sauce generously over the top before serving.
Notes
- Use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs for maximum flavor and juiciness during braising.
- Select a high-quality apple cider vinegar with robust acidity to create a tangy, bright sauce.
- Toast herbs like thyme briefly before adding to enhance their aromatic qualities and deepen the dish’s complexity.
- For a low-carb version, replace chicken broth with bone broth and serve alongside roasted vegetables instead of starchy sides.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg