Description
Experience the delightful blend of succulent chicken and sweet-tart cranberry sauce in this simple yet impressive dish, perfect for any gathering or weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Place them in the prepared baking dish.
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic. Stir until well mixed.
- Pour Over Chicken: Drizzle the cranberry mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake: Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Remove the foil halfway through to allow for caramelization.
- Serve: Once fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F), remove from the oven and let rest for five minutes before serving. Drizzle with extra sauce before plating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts like pecans before baking. - Fresh herbs such as thyme or rosemary can enhance flavor significantly. - Substitute honey with maple syrup for a unique twist.