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Skillet Cranberry Orange Chicken

Skillet Cranberry Orange Chicken

Skillet Cranberry Orange Chicken offers a comforting yet vibrant dish bursting with flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Homestyle Dinners
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Comfort Food, cranberry, easy dinner, orange, weeknight meal
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1 whole orange zested and juiced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Let it warm for about 2 minutes until shimmering and ready for the chicken.
  • Generously season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Place the seasoned chicken in the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Once the chicken is perfectly cooked, add the fresh cranberries, orange juice, and zest to the skillet. Stir together.
  • Now, drizzle honey over the cranberry-orange mixture.
  • Lower the heat and let it all simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • After simmering, remove from heat and serve the chicken hot.

Notes

Optional: Pair with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 500mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
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