Chicken with Calvados Crock Pot

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this indulgent and flavorful Chicken with Calvados Crock Pot recipe. Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs slow-cooked to perfection with sweet apples, caramelized onions, and aromatic thyme, this dish is elevated by the addition of Calvados, a rich apple brandy that infuses every bite with a sophisticated depth of flavor. A velvety cream finish ties it all together, creating a luxurious sauce that’s perfect for mopping up with crusty bread or serving over mashed potatoes or rice. With just 20 minutes of prep and 5 hours of hands-free slow cooking, this comforting yet elegant dish is ideal for everything from cozy family dinners to dinner parties. Treat your loved ones to this comforting blend of savory and sweet flavors—all in the convenience of your slow cooker!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:300 mins

Total Time:320 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 medium Yellow onions (thinly sliced)
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 large Apples (peeled, cored, and sliced)
• 0.5 cups Calvados (apple brandy)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 4 sprigs Thyme (fresh sprigs)
• 2 leaves Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides. Brown the chicken in the skillet, about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the onions until softened and lightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.

Step 4

Place the apple slices in the bottom of the crock pot. Add the caramelized onions and garlic on top.

Step 5

Arrange the browned chicken thighs over the onion and apple mixture.

Step 6

Pour the Calvados into the skillet and deglaze by scraping up any browned bits. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes, then add the chicken broth. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Pour the Calvados and broth mixture over the chicken in the crock pot.

Step 8

Add the thyme sprigs and bay leaves, distributing them evenly.

Step 9

Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and the flavors are well-developed.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaves and thyme sprigs. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 11

Serve hot with crusty bread, mashed potatoes, or rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2157.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3382.4

Total Fat 232.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 911mg	0%
Sodium 3716.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 58.4g
Protein 170.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 247.8mg	0%
Iron 10.6mg	0%
Potassium 2800.1mg	0%

*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: 66.8%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 11.5%