Chicken Normandy: Indulgent Apple Cider Chicken with Turkey Bacon
Discover the delicious flavors of Chicken Normandy, a delightful dish featuring tender chicken cooked in apple cider, complemented by the savory taste of turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add olive oil and heat. Add chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden on both sides.
- Remove chicken and add onion and garlic to the skillet, sauté until soft.
- Add apple cider and thyme, stirring to combine. Return chicken to the skillet.
- Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Crumble turkey bacon on top before serving.
Notes
- Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or rice.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of brandy to the cider sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chicken Normandy, French Apple Cider Chicken, turkey bacon