Step #1 Pan fry chicken in half of the butter just until no longer pink in the middle, turning once to ensure both sides are browned.
Step #2 Remove chicken from pan & keep in a warm place or cover with foil wrap.
Step #3 Core & slice apples as desired.
Step #4 I like to use my apple slicer- looks like a wagon wheel with handles- & then slice each lengthwise to make them thinner.
Step #5 To peel or not to peel- hehehehe- up to you.
Step #6 Likewise, red or green- the choice is yours.
Step #7 I like peel on & red for color!
Add the rest of the butter, apples & thyme & fry until apples are as crisp or tender as you like.
Step #8 Pour apples over chicken & keep warm.
Step #9 Deglaze the pan with wine, cider or juice scraping all the yummy bits off the bottom.
Step #10 Add the cream- could use reduced fat sour cream or reduced fat or nonfat yogurt to reduce fat/calories.
Step #11 Yogurt will & a nice ‘tang’ to the sauce.
Step #12 Cook until slightly thickened.
Step #13 Return the chicken & apple mixture to the pan to make sure apples & chicken are nice & warm.
Step #14 When you are satisfied with the temperature of the dish, serve & enjoy!
Experiment with your favorite herbs & seasonings- I have not tried this but I think a pinch of cinnamon might be really yummy here or maybe some nutmeg -- hmm --.