Cranberry Orange Chicken: Easy Recipe for a Fresh Flavor Boost
A delicious and refreshing twist on chicken with a sweet and tangy cranberry orange sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in the skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and pour the cranberry mixture over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a dash of red pepper flakes to the cranberry mixture.
- Serve with rice or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg