My Cranberry Chicken Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 191.5 per serving
Rating: Not rated
Review Count: Not reviewed
Description
This delightful Cranberry Chicken recipe was inspired by a magazine recipe that got lost along the way. After several attempts and tweaks, here’s my take on it. Serve this tender chicken with its flavorful cranberry sauce over rice or noodles for a truly satisfying meal!
Ingredients
- 1/2 – 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 skinless chicken pieces
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
- 3/4 cup frozen cranberries
- 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken
- On a flat plate, combine the all-purpose flour and black pepper.
- Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
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Cook the Chicken
- In a large skillet, melt the margarine over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and brown them on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Once browned, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Make the Cranberry Sauce
- In the same skillet, combine the water, fresh cranberries, frozen cranberries, brown sugar, and balsamic vinegar.
- Cook and stir the mixture over medium heat until the cranberries start to burst, approximately 5 minutes.
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Simmer
- Return the browned chicken pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the cranberry sauce.
- Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer gently for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender. Occasionally baste the chicken with the sauce and turn it to ensure even cooking.
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Serve
- Once the chicken is cooked through and tender, serve it hot.
- Optionally, serve the Cranberry Chicken over rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.
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Enjoy!
- This recipe serves 6 and is perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests. The tangy sweetness of the cranberry sauce pairs wonderfully with the savory chicken, creating a dish that will surely become a favorite.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 191.5
- Total Fat: 3.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 55.5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 38.8g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.5g
- Sugars: 28.3g
- Protein: 1.3g
This Cranberry Chicken recipe combines simple ingredients to create a flavorful and comforting dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table. Whether enjoyed on a weeknight or served at a special gathering, its blend of tangy cranberries and tender chicken is bound to make it a favorite in your home too!
