Description

This one-pan recipe pairs seared chicken thighs with a bright cranberry-orange glaze for a sweet and savory dinner that is easy to prepare and perfect for weeknights or holiday gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

6 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs (about 2 lbs)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1 tablespoon minced garlic

3/4 cup fresh orange juice

1 tablespoon orange zest

2 tablespoons honey

1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries

1 tablespoon butter (optional)

fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and pat chicken thighs dry; season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken skin-side down for 6-7 minutes, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes.

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

4. Pour in orange juice, chicken broth, honey, orange zest, and cranberries, scraping up browned bits and simmer for 4-5 minutes.

5. Return chicken to skillet skin-side up and spoon sauce over each piece.

6. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

7. Remove from oven, stir in butter if using, and let rest for 5 minutes.

8. Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary before serving.

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
Calories: 380
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 500
Fat: 22
Saturated Fat: 6
Unsaturated Fat: 14
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 18
Fiber: 2
Protein: 25
Cholesterol: 110

Keywords: skillet cranberry orange chicken, cranberry chicken thighs, orange chicken, chicken dinner, poultry recipe, cranberry orange glaze