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Mary Berry Normandy Chicken​

Mary Berry Normandy Chicken​ 
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Normandy Chicken is a traditional French recipe from the Normandy region, known for its use of apples, cider, and cream. Mary Berry’s version simplifies this rustic dish into a foolproof one-pan recipe. It’s rich, aromatic, and comforting, with layers of sweetness from apples and tang from cider that complement the tender chicken beautifully.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs

  • 1 onion, finely sliced

  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed

  • 2 dessert apples (such as Braeburn or Cox), cored and sliced

  • 250ml dry cider

  • 150ml chicken stock

  • 150ml double cream

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried thyme)

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Brown the chicken

Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then brown them on both sides for 4–5 minutes until golden. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 2: Cook the onions and apples

In the same pan, add the sliced onions and cook gently for 5 minutes until soft. Stir in the garlic and apple slices, cooking for another 2–3 minutes until lightly golden.

Step 3: Deglaze with cider

Pour in the dry cider, scraping the base of the pan to lift any browned bits. Let it bubble for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly and intensify the flavour.

Step 4: Add stock and simmer

Stir in the chicken stock and thyme. Return the browned chicken pieces to the pan, cover, and simmer gently for 25 minutes until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Step 5: Stir in cream and mustard

Remove the lid and stir in the Dijon mustard and double cream. Simmer uncovered for another 5 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 6: Serve hot  

Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.

Find it online: https://maryberrycooks.co.uk/mary-berry-normandy-chicken/