Description
Cranberry Orange Chicken is a flavorful delight that perfectly balances the sweet-tart essence of cranberries and zesty oranges. This dish features succulent boneless chicken breasts enveloped in a glossy sauce, creating an aromatic experience that elevates any meal. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknights, this recipe is easy to prepare and delivers vibrant colors and irresistible flavors, making it a true crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 1 cup pure cranberry sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375?F (190?C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix orange juice, zest, cranberry sauce, soy sauce, and honey until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the seared chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165?F (74?C).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving, drizzled with pan sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg