A cozy, flavorful chicken dish that’s just right for fall!
Ingredients
Bone-in or boneless chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts; bone-in adds the most flavor)
Salt and pepper
Cooking oil
1 sweet onion, diced (or any onion you prefer)
1 garlic clove, minced
½ apple (Jonagold, Honeycrisp, or Granny Smith), diced – choose a firm variety that holds up to cooking
2 tablespoons flour
Dijon mustard
Heavy whipping cream
Instructions
Season the Chicken
Lightly season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
Brown the Chicken
Heat oil in a large skillet or pan (one suitable for serving). Sear the chicken on all sides until golden, then remove and set aside.
Cook the Vegetables
In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Sauté the onion for about 2 minutes, then stir in the garlic and apple. Cook until softened and lightly caramelized.
Add the Flour
Sprinkle in the flour and stir to coat the onion and apple mixture.
Bring it Together
Return the chicken to the pan. Stir in a spoonful of Dijon mustard and a splash (or more, to taste) of heavy cream. Mix well to form a creamy sauce.
Simmer
Cover and let the dish gently simmer until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce has thickened.
Serve
Enjoy over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. Even better the next day as the flavors deepen!
Notes
Use bone-in chicken for the richest flavor. If going boneless, thighs are best to keep the meat juicy.
Adjust the mustard and cream to your liking for a sharper or richer sauce.