Chicken Normandy: Easy French Apple Cider Chicken Recipe with Turkey Bacon
Experience the delightful flavors of Chicken Normandy, a savory dish featuring tender chicken sautéed in a rich apple cider sauce with turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 strips turkey bacon
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat olive oil and brown the chicken thighs on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add the onions and garlic to the skillet, sauté until softened.
- Pour in the apple cider and stir in thyme, then return the chicken and bacon to the skillet.
- Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Substitute chicken breasts if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg