I was catching up with an old friend over lunch. It lasted several hours! One of the things we discussed were relationship issues. When you have passed several tens age-wise, you just want things to be laid down for you - no games.
 |
| Baked Chicken and Pink Lady Apples |
So, I'm going to lay it down for you straight. Our stomach's relationship with apples and onions can sometimes get rough. If you're susceptible to stomach bloating, then eat this in moderation.
Onions and apples are said to be gassy food. The effects are less when cooked. Still, it doesn't mean we should over-indulge ...unless it's chocolate. Then I say bring the wine out too and let's toast to a great year ahead.
I wanted to keep the flavours as natural as possible so the seasoning was kept to a minimal. The end result is a wholesome blend of onion and apple gravy, with yummy chicken juices.
Baked Chicken and Pink Lady Apples
Ingredients:
- 2 whole chicken leg
- 5 Pink Lady apples (wash thoroughly, slice and soak in water, with lemon juice drizzled over)
- 2 large onions (sliced)
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 to 4 tbsp water
- Fresh coriander for garnishing (optional)
 |
| 1) Marinate chicken. 2) Slice apples, soak in lemon water. 3) Arrange apples and onions on baking tray. 4) Bake! |
How-to:
1) Rub chicken with balsamic vinegar, soy sauce and ginger. Leave aside.
2) Arrange slices of onions and apples on a baking tray. Add a bit of water.
3) Place chicken on top.
4) Bake in a pre-heated oven for about 50 minutes at 170C, basting twice (after 30 minutes).
 |
| Baked Chicken and Pink Lady Apples Garnished with Fresh Coriander |
Enjoy!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
This post is linked to Little Thumbs Up event organized by Bake For Happy Kids with My Little Favourite DIY & hosted this month by I-Lost in Austen.
Wow Sharon, that looks more like a dessert than a savoury dish! So pretty! I'm so inspired now...haven't used apples for a while...
ReplyDeleteThanks. I did have fun! ;)
DeleteI really love the idea of using apples in baked chicken. This surely looks very delicious.
ReplyDeleteMe too, Angie. I love fruits in savoury dishes a lot.
DeleteSuch an interesting chicken dish...I like the apples...somehow, poultry with fruit is a nice combination.
ReplyDeleteHope you are having a great week Sharon :D
Thank you, Juliana. I'm kinda hooked on fruits in my food - seafood and poultry! :D
DeleteSounds like a perfect fall dish! Thank you for the follow! Following your lovely blog back on GFC. Hugs, T. http://tickledpinkwoman.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteWell, I had to - I love your positivity, Tina! Thank you for the follow back x
Deletechicken with apple.. wow! i love to try it
ReplyDeleteThanks cquek. You're a wonderful blogger.
DeleteLove the presentation, Sharon! You're cooking like a pro these days :D
ReplyDeleteThanks, Shirley. Practice makes perfect ;)
DeleteSharon, what a beautifully presented dish! I usually pair apples with pork but I think chicken will be delicious too
ReplyDeleteAww....thank you for the idea, Trishie! Guess that's what I'll be cooking next. I'm all for pork! ^.^
DeleteWow, that's a lovely presentation. Never thought of cooking chicken with apples this way. So kind of you to share!
ReplyDeleteThey say sharing is caring, Sokehah Cheah ..and I care for a lot of people..lol!!
DeleteDamn delicious and great looking dish,
ReplyDeletenever had this kind of apple and chicken before, definitely tempting to try!!
the photograph is stunning too!!!
Thank you - a lot of slicing involved!
DeleteWow! This dish looks amazing & appetizing . I've tried cooking chicken with apple cider & I'm sure this recipe of yours is even more tastier . Thanks for sharing LTU . Have a nice day ;)
ReplyDeleteOh, thank you for dropping by, Kit. Great job hosting the LTU this month! ^.^
DeleteHi Sharon,
ReplyDeleteI see that you have put in a lot of patience and efforts to arrange sliced apples and onions neatly in your baking tray... Wow!
This bake sounds very healthy to me.
Zoe
Hi Zoe,
DeleteOh yes, this one's super healthy! ;)
Sharon,this is the prettiest chicken dish we have seen....it looks so beautiful...and only if we were non-vegetarians....this dish would have been something to over indulge in....can imagine the delicious aromas and sweet-savory flavors of this treat,thanks :-)
ReplyDeleteAww...thank you Kumars and welcome back! You've been missed!
Delete