Description
Cranberry Balsamic Chicken is a deliciously tangy dish featuring tender chicken breasts glazed in a sweet and savory cranberry sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping meal that will impress your family and friends. Its vibrant colors and enticing aromas make it visually stunning while delivering an explosion of flavors in every bite. Treat yourself to this delightful culinary experience any day of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup 100% cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together cranberry juice, balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic until combined.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour half of the sauce over them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Drizzle remaining sauce over chicken when serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg