Chicken With Calvados and Cream Recipe

Name: Chicken With Calvados and Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons butter, divided; 3 yellow onions, cut into 1/4 in slices; 3 12 lbs chicken, cut into 8 pieces; sea salt; black pepper; 2 apples, peeled, cored and cut into 2 inch thick slices; ¼ cup calvados; ½ cup chicken stock; 6 fresh thyme sprigs; 1 bay leaf

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees .
2
Cook onions in 1 T oil and 1 T butter until soft.
3
Remove and set aside.
4
Increase heat to medium-high and add 1 T oil.
5
Season chicken with salt and pepper.
6
Cook chicken pieces in two batches until golden on all sides.
7
Remove to a plate.
8
Reduce heat to medium.
9
Add 2 T butter and apples.
10
Cook until lightly golden and soft, about 5 minutes.
11
Add Calvados, cream, chicken stock and thyme.
12
Return onions and chicken to pan, mixing gently.
13
Add bay leaf.
14
Bake skillet in oven for 20 minutes.
15
Turn chicken and cook 20 minutes longer.
16
Sprinkle with parsley, salt and pepper.

555

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons butter, divided, 3 yellow onions, cut into 1/4 in slices, 3 12 lbs chicken, cut into 8 pieces, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Calvados and Cream falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken With Calvados and Cream

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