Apple and Chicken Skillet with Cinnamon Glaze

1 medium apple (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), sliced 1 chicken breast (about 150g) 1 tsp olive oil 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp honey Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 tsp fresh thyme or dried thyme 1 clove garlic, minced

A warm, savory main dish combining tender chicken breast with sweet apples and a hint of cinnamon glaze. Perfect for a cozy meal that balances fruity sweetness with hearty flavors.

Steps

1. Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and half of the cinnamon. 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. 3. Add the chicken breast and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through. 4. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. 5. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sliced apples; sauté for 3-4 minutes until apples are slightly softened. 6. Stir in honey, remaining cinnamon, and thyme; cook for another 2 minutes until glaze thickens. 7. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon glaze and apples over it, and cook for another minute to combine flavors. 8. Serve warm, spooning the apple cinnamon glaze over the chicken.