cranberry chicken
This Cranberry Chicken dish features tender chicken breasts glazed with a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce, perfect for a delicious dinner that's both easy to make and satisfying.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Approximately 1.5 pounds.
- 1 cup cranberry sauce Canned or homemade.
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- In a separate bowl, combine the cranberry sauce and chicken broth.
- Once the chicken is cooked, pour the cranberry sauce mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- After 10 minutes, remove the cover, stir the sauce, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened.
- Serve the chicken hot, drizzled with the cranberry sauce, and enjoy!
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the cranberry sauce for a few hours before cooking.
Serve with rice, quinoa, or a side of steamed vegetables for a complete meal.