Description
Cranberry Orange Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the sweet-tart essence of cranberries with zesty oranges, all enveloping tender chicken. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, impressing guests with its delightful aroma and taste. With minimal effort, you’ll create a meal that looks and tastes gourmet, making it an instant favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 fresh oranges (juiced and zested)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a baking dish, arrange chicken breasts and drizzle with olive oil. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Stir in dried cranberries and orange zest into the sauce mixture.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg