Fruited Chicken with Cranberries

Elevate your dinner table with this Fruited Chicken with Cranberries, a dish that blends savory and sweet flavors into a truly unforgettable meal. Tender, golden-brown chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious sauce made with chicken broth, orange juice, honey, and a hint of cinnamon, creating a warm and comforting base. Tossed with dried cranberries, diced apple, and pear, this dish strikes a harmonious balance of tart and fruity sweetness. A gentle cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to perfection, coating every bite with rich flavor. Perfect for a weeknight treat or an impressive dinner party centerpiece, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and pairs beautifully with rice, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness! Keywords: Fruited Chicken with Cranberries, sweet-savory chicken recipe, chicken with fruit, holiday-inspired dinner ideas, easy skillet chicken recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 0.5 cups Dried cranberries
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 0.5 cup Orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 piece Apple, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 piece Pear, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chicken broth, orange juice, honey, and ground cinnamon. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 4

Add the dried cranberries, diced apple, and diced pear to the skillet. Stir to coat the fruits in the sauce and cook for 5-7 minutes until the fruits begin to soften.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly stir the slurry into the skillet to thicken the sauce, allowing it to simmer for about 2 minutes.

Step 6

Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce and fruits over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 8

Serve the Fruited Chicken with Cranberries warm alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or a side of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1323.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2024.1

Total Fat 54.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2907.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.7g	0%
Total Sugars 123.5g
Protein 218.3g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 133.9mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 2451.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.5%

Protein: 44.0%

Carbs: 31.4%