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    Home » Grocer to Table » Guest Post – Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

    Guest Post – Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

    Posted on October 8, 2017 By Beth Neels

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    I’m thrilled to be doing this guest post for Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs with Maple Candied Walnuts, for my friend Betty Davies from Slow The Cook Down!

    Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs
    Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

    So Betty asked me to do a guest post for her so that she could get her family settled in her new country! Betty has emigrated from Britain to Canada, so we are literally neighbors! Well, only about 70 miles by boat across Lake Ontario! 🙂 Welcome to North America, Betty!

    Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

    When I heard that Betty was emigrating to Canada, I knew I wanted to use Maple Syrup in the dish I made for her. I mean, honestly, what could be more representative of Canada than Maple? They have a maple leaf on their flag, for God’s sake! 🙂 And what could be more indicative of fall than apple cider? Uh, nothing! So the marriage of Maple and Apple cider was born.

    Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

    If you have been reading this blog for any amount of time, you know I am huge fan of chicken thighs! They are so economical and truly foolproof! You can’t overcook them, even if you try! They are quick cooking and perfect for the grill! We grill outside until the snow is so deep, we can’t get to the gril! It just adds such a lovely, smoky taste! The Maple Candied Walnuts add a lovely crunch, also!

    Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

    This marriage turned out so delicious! We all absolutely love these and I’m definitely making them again, soon! So head on over to Slow the Cook Down and check it out! As always, enjoy! And have fun cooking!!

    Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs on a blue plateer on a bed of fresh arugala garnished with halved candied walnuts with a bottle of maple syrup shaped like a maple leaf

    Maple Apple Cider Chicken Thighs

    These Maple and Apple Cider Chicken Thighs could not be easier! They are juicy, sweet and sticky yumminess!
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    5 from 8 votes
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    Course: dinner, entree
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 244kcal
    Author: Beth Neels
    Cost: $4

    Ingredients

    • 2 c apple cider 475 ml.
    • 2/3 c maple syrup 160 ml.
    • 1 clove large, garlic, minced
    • 2 Tbsp heaping, finely chopped onion 30 ml
    • 3 Tbsp brown sugar 45 ml
    • 2 tsp dry mustard 10 ml.
    • 1 Tbsp worchestershire sauce 15 ml.
    • 4 chicken thighs

    Instructions

    • Mix all ingredients in a small saucepan. Heat over medium until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
    • Start grill on medium high heat heat. Spray chicken thighs with no stick spray. 
    • Place 1/4 cup of the sauce in a separate bowl, to start. Use more if needed. Use this to mop to chicken. Generously mop chicken on both sides. 
    • Place on hot grill, start chicken skin side down, to crisp, and continue to mop while the chicken is cooking. Cook until chicken is cooked through, 165°F / 74°C.
    • Use any extra sauce to make a gravy. Mix the cornstarch with a bit of water. Pour into remaining sauce, stirring until incorporated. Let cook a few minutes, over low heat., until thickened and bubbly. Serve on the side, with potatoes, or sweet potatoes.
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    Notes

    Leftovers are good for 3-4 days.
    Reheat, on foil, in oven at 350°F for 15 minutes.
    Recommended side dishes
    • Colcannon
    • Foil Packet Grilled Potatoes
    • Macaroni Tuna Salad
    • Potato Salad
    • Coleslaw

    Nutrition

    Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Sodium: 54mg | Potassium: 285mg | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin C: 2.2mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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    Comments

    1. Aleka

      October 09, 2017 at 8:24 pm

      5 stars
      I totally agree that you cannot overcook chicken thighs!!! Bone in are the best! The maple syrup combinations sounds so tasty! I am always looking for an innovative way to cook these babies so thanks for sharing!!

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 10, 2017 at 1:22 pm

        Thank you so much for your comment, Aleka! Absolutely, bone in all the way!

        Reply
    2. Michelle Barsness

      October 09, 2017 at 6:00 pm

      5 stars
      What a delicious combination of maple syrup, apple cider and garlic. Sounds like a great sweet and savory chicken BBQ to me! Yum.

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 10, 2017 at 1:23 pm

        Thanks Michelle! I love sweet with savory! Don’t you?

        Reply
    3. Mireille | The Tortilla Channel

      October 09, 2017 at 4:28 pm

      Binky, These look delicious!!! I love chick thighs but never made them with apple cider and maple syrup. Worth trying.

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 5:23 pm

        Thank you, Mireille! They are really tasty! Sweet, yet tangy! Yum!

        Reply
    4. Elaine

      October 09, 2017 at 1:42 pm

      5 stars
      I love maple syrup with chicken! This recipe looks so good that I did a little happy dance when I realized I had chicken thighs in the freezer! Beautiful photos and awesome recipe!

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 2:12 pm

        Thank you so much, Elaine! I can see you doing the happy dance! 🙂 I hope you like them!

        Reply
    5. Lisa Bynum

      October 09, 2017 at 12:43 pm

      5 stars
      I used to have a bottle of that same maple syrup. My mother-in-law brought it back from a trip somewhere. After I used it all up, I saved the bottle — it was too cute to throw away.

      Chicken thighs are my favorite cut of chicken. So much flavor! I know these are going to be wonderful.

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 2:10 pm

        I was thinking the same thing. I don’t think I will throw it out, either! Yes, thighs are my favorite! Thanks, Lisa!

        Reply
    6. Chef Sous Chef

      October 09, 2017 at 12:24 pm

      I know these are amazing! Maple with chicken is actually so good. Can’t wait to try your version!

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 12:37 pm

        The maple real adds a delicious sweetness and the apple cider sweetness and tang! Thanks Chef!

        Reply
    7. Jeni

      October 09, 2017 at 12:09 pm

      5 stars
      That marinade sounds DIVINE! And the chicken looks perfectly cooked. Welcome to North America Betty! 🙂

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 12:37 pm

        Thank you so much Jeni! That is a really long move, isn’t it!

        Reply
    8. Dana

      October 09, 2017 at 11:58 am

      I love the combination of maple and cider! Goes so well with meat — sweet n’ savory!

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 12:38 pm

        Totally agree with you Dana! I’m going to try it on pork, soon! Thanks!

        Reply
    9. Sarah at Champagne Tastes

      October 08, 2017 at 5:19 pm

      Welcome to North America Betty! And I love the combination of apple cider and maple syrup- this looks amazing!

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 11:24 am

        Thanks, Sarah! I love this time of the year! All the flavors are so fun!

        Reply
    10. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats

      October 08, 2017 at 4:56 pm

      So easy, and such great flavors! Perfect for an autumn dinner!

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 11:23 am

        Thanks, Cynthia! I appreciate your comment!

        Reply
    11. Dahn

      October 08, 2017 at 4:50 pm

      5 stars
      I do love chicken thighs and this recipe looks fabulous. The maple makes this such a great recipe for the Autumn weather.

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 11:22 am

        I agree on both counts! Chicken thighs are the best and I love maple just about any time of the year but it is especially tasty with all the fall flavors!

        Reply
    12. Betty Davies | Slow The Cook Down

      October 08, 2017 at 4:05 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for sharing this with my readers Binky! Its a great recipe, I cant wait to give it a try when we are settled!

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 09, 2017 at 11:21 am

        You so very welcome, Betty! You’ll have to really embrace Maple Syrup now! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Danielle

      October 08, 2017 at 1:52 pm

      5 stars
      I am all about the maple syrup recipes at the moment, and this looks like a great way to enjoy it! The chicken looks perfectly cooked.

      Reply
      • Binky

        October 08, 2017 at 2:35 pm

        Thank you, Danielle! We really enjoyed this chicken! I appreciate your comment!

        Reply

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