In a small saucepan, mix together apple cider, honey, Dijon mustard, and freshly minced garlic. Place on medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and coats the back of a spoon, creating a luscious sauce for the Apple Cider Chicken.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. While the oil heats, season the chicken thighs generously with salt and pepper. Place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet, searing for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip the thighs and cook for another 5-7 minutes, just until they are nearly cooked through.

Once the chicken is nearly done, pour the thickened apple cider glaze over the thighs in the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium-low, allowing the glaze to bubble gently. Coat the chicken thoroughly, cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the glaze is sticky and caramelized.

In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, grated carrots, and thin slices of apple. In a separate small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, celery seeds, salt, and pepper to create a tangy dressing. Pour the dressing over the slaw, tossing to ensure all the vegetables are well-coated.

On a serving platter, arrange the sticky Apple Cider Chicken alongside the vibrant autumn slaw. Enjoy this delightful pairing!