Apple Country Chicken Recipe

A delightful twist on classic chicken! This Apple Country Chicken recipe boasts tender chicken simmered in a rich, sweet and savory apple sauce with earthy mushrooms and a hint of lemon. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Served over fluffy rice, it's a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 0 mins
Calories 294.9 kcal
Protein 82g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Apple Country Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Apple Country Chicken

  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • Golden Delicious Apple
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced)
  • Chicken Bouillon Granule
  • 2 cups apple juice
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
  • Low Fat Sour Cream

How to Make Apple Country Chicken

  1. In a large, wide frying pan, add 2 tablespoons of curry powder and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until slightly darker in color (about 1-2 minutes).
  2. Add 1 large apple (peeled, cored, and diced), 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 8 ounces cremini mushrooms (sliced), 1 chicken bouillon cube (crumbled), and 1 1/2 cups apple juice to the pan.
  3. Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Rinse 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
  5. Add the chicken breasts to the pan.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  7. Carefully transfer the cooked chicken to a platter and keep warm.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup apple juice until smooth.
  9. Gradually whisk the flour mixture into the sauce in the pan, stirring constantly, and cook until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency (about 2-3 minutes).
  10. Pour the thickened sauce over the warm chicken.
  11. Garnish with 2 green onions (thinly sliced) and a dollop of sour cream or plain yogurt (about 2 tablespoons per serving).
  12. Serve the Apple Country Chicken immediately over cooked rice.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

76g

Fat

3g

Carbs

8g