Description
This savory chicken apple skillet combines tender, bite-sized chicken strips with crisp, tart apples for a balanced and protein-packed dinner. Using a simple sear-and-simmer method, this dish achieves juicy results and caramelized flavor in under thirty minutes. It is a wholesome, family-friendly meal that highlights fresh aromatics and seasonal produce, perfect for quick, healthy dining with minimal cleanup required.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized strips
2 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), sliced
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
0.5 cup halal chicken stock
1 medium onion, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Slice the chicken into uniform strips and season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Brown the chicken in batches to ensure a golden crust, then remove and set aside.
Add onions to the skillet and sauté until softened.
Add apple slices and cook until slightly caramelized.
Stir in the garlic and cook until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken stock to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
Return the chicken to the skillet, simmer until the sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
Notes
You can substitute dried thyme with fresh rosemary for a different aromatic profile. Ensure the chicken is not crowded in the pan to achieve the best sear. Serve immediately over rice or quinoa for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg