Cranberry Orange Chicken
Cranberry Orange Chicken is a delightful dish that brings together the sweet and tart flavors of fresh cranberries and zesty oranges, creating a sauce that enhances the juicy chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also impressive enough to serve guests. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, it’s bound to become a family favorite. Pair it with rice or a fresh salad for a wholesome meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 large orange (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix cranberries, orange juice, zest, honey or maple syrup, garlic, thyme (or rosemary), balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and chicken broth.
- Pour the sauce over the browned chicken in the skillet. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve warm with your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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