Cranberry Orange Chicken
Cranberry Orange Chicken blends sweet, tangy, and savory flavors into a vibrant dish perfect for holidays or easy weeknights. Juicy chicken breasts are baked in a sauce of fresh cranberries, orange juice, and honey—comforting, festive, and flexible.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking Dish
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 0.75 cup orange juice fresh-squeezed preferred
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, zest, honey, garlic, and ginger. Simmer until cranberries burst and sauce thickens slightly.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden, about 2–3 minutes per side.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish. Pour the cranberry-orange sauce over the top.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Spoon extra sauce over the chicken before serving. Serve warm with rice, roasted potatoes, or a green salad.
Notes
This recipe is great for holidays but easy enough for weeknights. Try adding a splash of soy sauce for an Asian twist or rosemary for a savory touch. Can be frozen fully cooked for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 33gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 310mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.4mg
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