Chicken with Cider & Bacon Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken with Cider & Bacon Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken; 1/4 tsp slt; 1/4 tsp freshly cracked pepper; 2 slice chopped thick bacon; 1/4 cup minced sweet onion; 1/2 cup apple cider; 1/4 cup apple ale; 1/2 cup fat free, less sodium chicken broth; 3 1/2 tbsp butter; 2 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar; 3/4 tsp Saigon cinnamon; 1/4 tsp salt; 4 tbsp heavy cream; 1 splash of spiced rum (I prefer Bacardi Oakheart); 1 apple, largely diced (I used a honeycrisp); 1 slice chopped thick-cut bacon

Servings: persons

2 lb boneless, skinless chicken
1/4 tsp slt
1/4 tsp freshly cracked pepper
2 slice chopped thick bacon
1/4 cup minced sweet onion
1/2 cup apple cider
1/4 cup apple ale
1/2 cup fat free, less sodium chicken broth
3 1/2 tbsp butter
2 1/2 tbsp granulated sugar
3/4 tsp Saigon cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
4 tbsp heavy cream
1 splash of spiced rum (I prefer Bacardi Oakheart)
1 apple, largely diced (I used a honeycrisp)
1 slice chopped thick-cut bacon

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FOR THE CHICKEN:
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Place chicken on a firm surface and flatted with a mallet o Rollin pin to 1/2 inch thickness.
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Sprinkle chicken with salt an pepper on both sides.
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Cook bacon in a large pan over medium heat until crisp.
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Remove bacon and placed on paper towels to extract some grease.
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Add chicken to the drippings in the pan; cook for 6 minutes per side, or until done.
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Remove chicken and cover with foil to keep warm.
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Add onion to the pan; saute for 2 minutes or until tender, stirring constantly.
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Add cider, ale, and broth; bring to a boil, scraping pan to loosen brown bits.
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Cook until broth mixture is reduced to 1/2 cup (about 5 minutes).
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Stir in cooked bacon.
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Turn off heat and serve over chicken.
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FOR THE SPICED APPLES:
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In a small sauce pan, melt butter over medium-low heat.
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Add sugar, cinnamon, salt, heavy cream, and rum; mix to incorporate.
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Add apple slice and cook until tender.
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Place beside the chicken and top with bacon pieces.

766

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken, 1/4 tsp slt, 1/4 tsp freshly cracked pepper, 2 slice chopped thick bacon, and more.

Yes, Chicken with Cider & Bacon Sauce 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.

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Chicken with Cider & Bacon Sauce

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