Apple Sauce Chicken

Sweet and savory come together beautifully in this Apple Sauce Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and flavor that’s sure to impress. Tender boneless chicken breasts are seared until golden and then coated in a luscious homemade apple sauce glaze, infused with warm spices like cinnamon and paprika, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for tangy depth. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 45 minutes, delivers a cozy, fall-inspired flavor profile while remaining light and versatile. Serve it with fluffy mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted veggies, and don’t forget a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this apple-forward recipe is a true crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Unsweetened apple sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the apple sauce, garlic powder, cinnamon, paprika, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Simmer the sauce for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top of each piece.

Step 7

Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, turning the chicken once to coat it thoroughly in the sauce.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm with your choice of side dishes such as rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1037 grams (1037.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1676

Total Fat 53.10g	68%
Saturated Fat 11.30g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 592mg	197%
Sodium 2891mg	126%
Total Carbohydrate 70.70g	26%
Dietary Fiber 3.10g	11%
Total Sugars 58.30g
Protein 216.60g	433%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 99mg	8%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 2058mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.4%

Protein: 53.2%

Carbs: 17.4%