16 Chicken and Apple Recipes to Try For Dinner

closeup of a chicken thigh in a blue enameled baking dish, garnished with fresh thyme
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fabeveryday

Chicken and apples make the perfect pair in these perfect-for-fall dinners. If you think apples are only for sweet treats, think again. The versatile fruit stands out in savory recipes, where it can add subtle sweetness. Whether you're looking for a hearty supper to enjoy on a chilly fall night, a refreshing seasonal salad, or something else, these ideas are sure to please everyone at your table.

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Rosemary-Roasted Chicken with Apples and Potatoes

Rosemary-Roasted Chicken with Apples and Potatoes

This hearty dinner is the perfect way to welcome fall. "This is very simple, but very good," according to reviewer earwigsmom. "Comfort food!"

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Chicken and Apple Stuffing Casserole

a pan of Chicken and Apple Stuffing Casserole
Bibi

Sage-seasoned chicken cutlets are cooked on a bed of herb-seasoned stuffing mix, apples, dried cherries, and pecans.

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Baked Chicken Thighs with Apples and Onions

closeup of a chicken thigh in a blue enameled baking dish, garnished with fresh thyme

fabeveryday

"Onions are simmered in apple cider and chicken stock before being baked with chicken thighs, apples, and cream," recipe creator fabeveryday says of this satisfying meal.

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Korean Spicy Chicken Tenders with Sweet Apple

Korean Spicy Chicken Tenders with Sweet Apple
Molly

Everyone at your table will love this 30-minute meal. Chicken tenderloins flavored with gochujang pair perfectly with sweet apple chunks and diced bell peppers.

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Apple Stuffed Chicken Breast

a rolled-up browned chicken breast on a dinner plate with a sauce of chopped apple and onion, with cooked broccoli florets in the background
CJWood

Chicken breasts are stuffed with a flavorful mixture of apple chunks, Cheddar cheese, and Italian-style bread crumbs. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

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Maple Apple Chicken Burgers

a paper plate with Maple Apple Chicken Burgers
Cindy

Chicken burgers are topped with grilled Granny Smith apples and onions, then smothered in a "secret sauce" of mayonnaise, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard.

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Chicken and Apple Curry

closeup of shredded chicken and apple chunks in sauce, served in a red bowl

Cherries

Chicken breasts are baked in a sweet and savory apple curry. "This recipe is fantastic! It's in my 'heavy rotation' of recipes," according to reviewer ELLAMENTAL.

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Chicken, Apple, and Brussels Sprout Sheet Pan Dinner

Chicken, Apple, and Brussels Sprout Sheet Pan Dinner
My Stir Crazy Kitchen

Cut down on cleanup time with this simple sheet pan dinner for fall. Even Brussels sprout skeptics will want to give this autumnal recipe a try.

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Chicken Salad with Apples, Grapes, and Walnuts

Chicken Salad with Apples, Grapes, and Walnuts
Erin Grainger

What's the unexpected secret ingredient in this fruity and creamy chicken salad? Vanilla yogurt! Just trust us on this one.

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Easy Chicken Cutlets with Apples

closeup of a crispy-looking chicken breast cutlet topped with sliced apples in sauce

bellepepper

If you're searching for a quick and easy dinner for fall, look no further than this simple chicken cutlet and apple skillet.

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Tangy Apple Chicken Loaf

two slices of meatloaf made with ground chicken, carrot, onion, celery, and apple

rn4flight

Here's a fun twist on traditional meatloaf made with ground chicken, apples, and applesauce. A sweet and tangy applesauce-Dijon glaze is the perfect finishing touch.

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Skillet Apple Cider Chicken

Skillet Apple Cider Chicken in a bowl over a napkin
lutzflcat

Chicken thighs, apples, and onions are cooked in a fragrant mixture of apple cider and chicken broth.

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Slow Cooker Chicken and Apples

a juicy-looking whole chicken, breast down on a cutting board

fabeveryday

You need just five ingredients to make this impressive slow cooker dish: a fryer chicken, an apple, apple juice, salt, and pepper.

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One-Pan Autumn Chicken Breasts with Apples

roasted bone-in chicken breast in a white baking dish

thedailygourmet

Everyone loves a one-pan meal. This one, according to recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar thedailygourmet, "brings the season of fall inside."

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Apple and Cheddar Stuffed Chicken

closeup of a chicken breast cut to show the chopped apple filling

Marianne

It couldn't be easier to make these thyme-seasoned chicken breasts stuffed with Cheddar cheese and chopped apples. This meal comes together in just 45 minutes.

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Chicken and Butternut Squash Curry

Chicken and Butternut Squash Curry
Tammy Lynn

Put fall produce to good use with this creamy chicken curry made with butternut squash and apples. Reviewer and Allrecipes Allstar Tammy Lynn suggests adding cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and ginger for extra flavor.

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More Inspiration

a ceramic baking dish of sliced pork tenderloin and baked apple quarters garnished with a thyme sprig

lutzflcat

Try one of our most impressive Fancy Chicken Recipes With 5-Star Ratings. Or lean into savory apple dishes with this collection of 25 Savory Main Dish Recipes Starring Sweet Apples.

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