Somerset cider chicken casserole
Chicken thighs braised in dry Somerset cider with apple, leeks and thyme, finished with a splash of cream.
- Time1 hr 15
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.68 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oil in a large casserole and brown the chicken, skin side down first, for 8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
8 min - 2
Add the leeks and carrots and cook for 5 minutes until starting to soften.
5 min - 3
Pour in the cider and stock, scraping up the brown bits. Add the thyme and mustard and return the chicken.
- 4
Cover and simmer gently for 35 minutes.
35 min - 5
Add the apple wedges and simmer for 10 minutes more, until the chicken is tender.
10 min - 6
Stir in the cream and heat through without boiling. Season and serve with mash.
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