Description
An incredible Cranberry Orange Chicken recipe that balances sweet cranberries with zesty oranges for a flavorful and vibrant dish. This easy-to-make chicken is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, offering a healthy and visually appealing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure chicken is thawed.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until cranberries soften and burst, forming a sauce (5-7 minutes).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken on both sides (3-4 minutes per side).
- Transfer browned chicken to a baking dish and pour the cranberry orange sauce evenly over it.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let chicken rest for a few minutes, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve with your choice of sides.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Experiment with herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying honey quantity.
- Marinate chicken in the sauce for extra flavor.
- Add extra orange zest before serving for aroma.
- Consider a slow cooker version or add nuts for texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 325 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: N/A