Description

This easy skillet recipe combines tart cranberries and rich balsamic glaze with tender chicken breasts for a cozy, flavorful meal. Ready in under 40 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive occasions.

Ingredients

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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 tablespoons olive oil

salt and black pepper to taste

3 garlic cloves, minced

1 cup cranberries (fresh or frozen)

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

2 tablespoons honey

1/4 cup chicken broth or water

1–2 sprigs fresh thyme (optional)

Instructions

1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown, then remove and set aside.

3. Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for 30 seconds.

4. Pour in balsamic vinegar and deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.

5. Add cranberries and honey, then pour in chicken broth or water and simmer for 6–8 minutes until sauce thickens and berries start to pop.

6. Return chicken to the skillet, coat with sauce, cover, and simmer for 5–7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

7. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: main course
Method: skillet
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 350
Sugar: 10
Sodium: 400
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 20
Fiber: 2
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 70

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