Cranberry Orange Glazed Chicken: Easy and Juicy Weeknight Delight
A delightful and easy recipe for cranberry orange glazed chicken that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic powder, and ground ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in a baking dish.
- Pour the cranberry sauce over the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the cranberry mixture for a few hours before baking.
- This dish pairs well with rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Cranberry, Orange, Chicken, Glazed, Weeknight Dinner