Stunning 35 Min Cranberry Chicken Recipe
Enjoy this simple and flavorful Cranberry Chicken dish, perfect for a weeknight meal or a festive gathering. Jacob brings his intuitive touch to this planned recipe, resulting in a sweet and savory success for your kitchen portfolio.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, whisk together the cranberry sauce, chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, and dried thyme.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring until smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low.
- Cover the skillet and let the chicken simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Uncover and cook for 2-3 more minutes to slightly thicken the sauce, spooning it over the chicken.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- We suggest serving this over rice or alongside roasted Brussels sprouts to balance the sweetness.
- For a richer flavor, you can use chicken thighs instead of breasts. Adjust cooking time as needed.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, remove the chicken halfway through cooking and reduce the sauce over higher heat before returning the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg