Description
Cranberry Chicken with Herbs is a delightful dish that harmonizes sweet and savory flavors, transforming ordinary meals into extraordinary feasts. Juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a vibrant cranberry sauce, enriched with fresh herbs and garlic. This easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, guaranteeing to impress your family and friends with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place them in the baking dish.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberries, honey, minced garlic, thyme, and chicken broth. Cook until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Pour the cranberry sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest before serving; drizzle remaining sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg