Description

A bright and savory one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken seared to perfection and simmered in a tangy cranberry orange glaze. This cozy dish balances sweet citrus and tart berries for a family-friendly main course.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs

2 tbsp olive oil or butter

1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries

1/2 cup orange juice

1 tbsp orange zest

2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth

2 garlic cloves minced

1 sprig fresh rosemary or 1 tsp dried

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional)

Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper

2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat

3. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden, then remove

4. Add garlic to skillet and cook 30 seconds until fragrant

5. Pour in orange juice and broth, scraping up browned bits

6. Stir in cranberries, honey, and orange zest, simmer 5 minutes

7. Return chicken to pan, add herbs, cover and simmer 10–12 minutes

8. If desired, add cornstarch slurry and cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens

9. Adjust seasoning and serve with sauce spooned over chicken

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: main dish
Method: skillet
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
Calories: 350
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 500
Fat: 15
Saturated Fat: 4
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 20
Fiber: 3
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 85

Keywords: cranberry chicken, orange chicken, one pan dinner, fall recipes, easy skillet, weeknight meal, savory cranberry, citrus main dish