One-Button Apple Roasted Chicken (Rice Cooker Version)
Chicken Food
I swear this is one of the easiest yet most satisfying chicken dishes I’ve ever made.
No oven, no complicated steps — just throw everything into a rice cooker, press a button, and wait for magic to happen.
The chicken comes out fall-off-the-bone tender, infused with sweet apple aroma and savory sauce.
One bite and I knew… this is definitely a Christmas MVP dish.
One-Button Apple Roasted Chicken (Rice Cooker Version)
Juicy, tender, and insanely comforting — Christmas-level good!
Why You’ll Love It
- One-button cooking (literally foolproof)
- Super juicy, flavorful chicken
- Sweet apple + savory soy sauce combo = perfection
- Minimal prep, maximum comfort
- Smells AMAZING while cooking
Ingredients (Tap to check)
How to Make It
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Layer the base
Place apple chunks and onion slices at the bottom of the rice cooker. -
Add the chicken
Place the chicken on top of the apples and onions. -
Season generously
- Pour in light soy sauce
- Add oyster sauce
- Add a little dark soy sauce for color
- Add butter
- Sprinkle brown sugar if desired
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Start cooking
Press the Cook button on your rice cooker. -
Midway flip
When it switches to warm, flip the chicken and press Cook again. - Total cooking time: around 50 minutes
Qna For Recipe
Yes! Chicken thighs, drumsticks, or mixed pieces work perfectly. Just arrange them evenly so they cook at the same rate.
No water is needed. The apples, onions, and chicken release enough moisture to create a rich, flavorful sauce.
Yes. The apples already provide natural sweetness. The brown sugar just enhances the caramelized flavor.
A standard 3–5 cup rice cooker works perfectly. Just avoid overcrowding so the chicken cooks evenly.
Yes! The flavor deepens overnight. Reheat gently in the rice cooker or microwave before serving.
Final Result
- Fall-apart tender chicken
- Sweet, savory apple aroma
- Rich glossy sauce
- Pure comfort in every bite
Honestly… this is the kind of dish that makes the whole house smell like home. Perfect for lazy days, family dinners, or when you just want something warm and deeply satisfying.