Chicken and Apples Skillet Recipe
This Chicken and Apples Skillet contains 1g protein and 162 calories per serving — this is a side dish or light accompaniment, not a standalone protein source. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop if you need a carb addition to your meal-prep lineup. Pair it with a high-protein base to round out your macros and hit your daily targets.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Thigh, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless thighs. Fattier than breast but more forgiving to cook.
- •¾ Tsp Salt, Divided ($0.05)
- •½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper ($0.02)
- •Garlic powder(3g)
- •Italian seasoning(5g)
- •Olive oil(30g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Yellow Onion
- •Apple, Granny Smith
- •Butter(30g)
- •Rosemary, Fresh(3g)
- •Cinnamon, Ground(3g)
- •Brown sugar(15g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(5g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •Apple Cider, Unfiltered(120g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(120g)
Instructions
- 1Season chicken thighs with ½ tsp salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- 2Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken and cook on each side until golden brown and cooked through (about 5 minutes per side).
- 3While the chicken is cooking, thinly slice the onion, then core and slice the apples. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the skillet and transfer to a clean plate. Cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
- 4In the same skillet, melt the butter then add the sliced apples and onions. Gently stir and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
- 5Now add the dried rosemary, cinnamon, ¼ tsp salt, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider, and chicken broth to the skillet. Give everything a stir and bring the skillet up to a simmer. Simmer the apples for 5-7 minutes until about half of the liquid has reduced.
- 6Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet. Allow the chicken to heat through. Serve the chicken with cooked apples, onions, and some of the apple cider sauce spooned over top. Enjoy!
Nutrition — Per Serving
162
calories
1g
protein
14g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Saturated fat
- 4.9g
- Sodium
- 105 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.4g
4 servings per batch · ~84g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Chicken and Apples Skillet have per serving?
Each serving contains only 1g of protein, 162 calories, 14g fat, and 10g carbs. This is primarily a vegetable and fruit side dish rather than a protein source on its own.
How long does Chicken and Apples Skillet take to prep?
This recipe qualifies as quick prep and makes 4 servings, so it's a fast weeknight addition to your meal rotation. Pair it alongside a separate protein source to hit your daily macro targets.
Is Chicken and Apples Skillet good for fat loss?
At only 162 calories per serving, this dish works as a low-calorie vegetable base for fat loss phases. However, you'll need to add lean protein separately since this recipe contributes minimal protein on its own.
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