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Skillet Orange Cranberry Chicken dish with vibrant colors and delicious sauce

Skillet Orange Cranberry Chicken

A delicious and easy dinner option featuring chicken breasts cooked in a sweet and tangy orange cranberry sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed is preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
  • 1 onion, sliced Medium-sized onion.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh thyme for garnish (optional) Adds extra flavor.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and add them to the skillet. Cook until browned on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  3. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and garlic, and sauté until softened.
  5. Add the cranberries and orange juice to the skillet and stir to combine.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Garnish with fresh thyme, if desired, and serve.

Notes

Serve with rice or quinoa to soak up the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of orange juice to keep it moist.