chicken and beans in creamy cider broth

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beulah, MI
Updated on Mar 19, 2026

The simplicity of this recipe and the outstanding flavor will have you making it over and over again.

prep time 10 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 large chicken thighs, bone in and skin on
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 leeks, white and light green parts, sliced into rings
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, minced
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 1 can cannellini beans, drained and liquid reserved (15 oz)
  • 3 tablespoons creme fraiche
  • 1 lemon, zested

How To Make chicken and beans in creamy cider broth

  • Step 1
    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Heat the oil in a large pan. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place skin side down and sear the chicken until it is golden brown, about 15 minutes.
  • Step 2
    Flip and cook for a couple of minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Step 3
    Lower the heat and add the leeks season with salt and cook about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and rosemary. Add the apple cider and beans. Add a little bean liquid to make sure the leeks are covered.
  • Step 4
    Add the chicken back and transfer to the oven.
  • Step 5
    Roast until the chicken is no longer pink, about 45 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Remove from the oven and zest the lemon over top.

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Category: Chicken
Ingredient: Chicken
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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