Description
Savor the festive spirit with this Festive Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken + Cranberries. Juicy bone-in chicken thighs roast to perfection alongside vibrant cranberries, creating a delightful balance of savory and tart flavors. This one-pan wonder not only simplifies cleanup but also impresses guests with its stunning presentation, making it the ideal centerpiece for any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- Pat dry the chicken thighs and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine cranberries, olive oil, thyme, and honey; toss to coat evenly.
- Arrange seasoned chicken on one side of the baking sheet and spread cranberries on the other side.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and has golden brown skin.
- Serve immediately, drizzling any leftover juices over the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with cranberries (200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg