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Cranberry Orange Glazed Chicken

Delicious Cranberry Orange Glazed Chicken for Effortless Dinners

A vibrant Cranberry Orange Glazed Chicken that combines sweet and tart flavors, perfect for effortless dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Select cuts of uniform thickness.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Fresh Cranberries Substitute with frozen if needed.
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Orange Zest Opt for organic to avoid pesticides.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Tamari is a great gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can swap for spicy brown mustard.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can enhance flavor.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential seasonings.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Any neutral oil can also work.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Optional for color and freshness.

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet and sear the chicken for about 5 minutes per side.
  4. In a bowl, combine cranberries, orange juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard to create the glaze.
  5. Pour the glaze over the chicken in the skillet, ensuring it is well-coated.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Baste the chicken with the glaze halfway through baking.
  8. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven.
  9. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

It's important to ensure even thickness in chicken breasts and to use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

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