This delightful Chicken, Leek, and Cider Gratin recipe combines the earthy flavors of leeks with the tender juiciness of chicken, all brought together under a rich, creamy cider sauce. It makes for a perfect comforting dish that is suitable for family gatherings or a simple dinner with friends.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need:

• 4 chicken breasts
• 2 large leeks, sliced
• 200ml cider
• 100ml chicken stock
• 200ml double cream
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Heat a splash of olive oil in a frying pan and cook the chicken breasts until golden brown. Remove from the pan and set aside.
2. Add the sliced leeks to the same pan and cook gently until soft. Pour in the cider and allow to reduce slightly before adding the chicken stock and double cream.
3. Return the chicken to the pan and spoon the mixture over the chicken. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Transfer everything to an oven-proof dish and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

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