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Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

Easy Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Thighs for Cozy Nights

Discover the warmth of Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Thighs, a family-favorite recipe that's easy, gluten-free, and perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 thighs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs The main protein, perfect for slow cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Use for greasing the crockpot.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Apple Cider Preferably fresh; can use apple juice.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Use yellow mustard if Dijon is unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can work in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper White pepper can be used as an alternative.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots if desired.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Or use 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary and Thyme Substitutions: 1 teaspoon dried herbs.
For the Fruit
  • 2 medium Honeycrisp Apples Any tart apple variety works as a substitute.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot Apple Cider Chicken Thighs
  1. Thinly slice the Honeycrisp apples and yellow onion, and mince the garlic cloves. Set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the apple cider, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Drizzle olive oil in the bottom of the crockpot and layer the sliced onions and apples evenly over it.
  4. Place the chicken thighs on top of the apple and onion layers and sprinkle with fresh rosemary and thyme.
  5. Pour the cider sauce over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully coated, and add the minced garlic on top.
  6. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1thighCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This recipe is excellent for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or frozen for up to 3 months.

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