Skillet Cranberry Orange Chicken: Easy Recipe for Home Cooks
Enjoy this flavorful Skillet Cranberry Orange Chicken recipe that’s perfect for any home cook looking for a quick and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add cranberries and orange juice to the skillet.
- Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until cranberries burst.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Pair with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Great for meal prep!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg