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Holiday Cranberry Chicken Bake

Holiday Cranberry Chicken Bake

A festive dish perfect for holiday gatherings, combining the tangy flavor of cranberries with tender chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure they are evenly sized for even cooking
  • 1 tsp Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for drizzling over the chicken
Cranberry Glaze
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced adds depth of flavor to the glaze
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries fresh is preferred for best flavor
  • 125 ml orange juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 60 ml honey or maple syrup choose based on desired sweetness
  • 0.5 tsp salt enhances the flavors of the glaze
  • 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped or ½ tsp dried
  • 1 tsp grated orange zest adds a citrusy aroma
  • 1 clove garlic, minced adds a mild garlic flavor

Equipment

  • Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a baking dish, place the chicken breasts and season with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  3. In a saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, honey or maple syrup, salt, rosemary, orange zest, and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat until cranberries burst and mixture thickens.
  4. Pour the cranberry glaze over the chicken and bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 20g

Notes

This dish pairs well with wild rice or roasted vegetables. Adjust the sweetness of the glaze by choosing honey or maple syrup according to your preference.
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