Cranberry Orange Chicken Recipe
This Cranberry Orange Chicken recipe is a delightful combination of savory and sweet flavors, perfect for a special dinner. The tangy cranberries and citrusy orange pair beautifully with tender chicken in a sauce that’s bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless (skinless chicken breasts or thighs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cranberry Orange Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 large orange (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and thyme or rosemary. Marinate if desired.
- Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, brown chicken on both sides, then set aside.
- Make the Cranberry Orange Sauce: Sauté garlic, add cranberries, orange juice, zest, honey, and simmer until thickened.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return chicken to skillet, add broth, simmer until cooked through.
- Serve: Spoon sauce over chicken, garnish with herbs or zest.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast/thigh with sauce
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cranberry Orange Chicken, Chicken with Cranberry Orange Sauce, Citrus Chicken Recipe
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