Cranberries & Chicken Cutlet Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delectable fusion of tender chicken cutlets infused with the tangy sweetness of cranberries in this delightful recipe, perfect for a satisfying lunch or snack.
Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks 🍽️
Keywords: Chicken Breast, Chicken, Poultry, Meat, < 30 Mins, Stove Top 🍗
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 308.8
- Fat Content: 11.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.2g
- Cholesterol Content: 98.4mg
- Sodium Content: 322.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 20.9g
- Fiber Content: 0.5g
- Sugar Content: 18.3g
- Protein Content: 26.1g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Boneless skinless chicken breast halves or chicken cutlets |
| 3 tbsp | Butter |
| 1/4 cup | Shallot |
| 2 | Bay leaves |
| 1/4 cup | Dry red wine |
| 2/3 cup | Whole berry cranberry sauce |
| 1/2 cup | Chicken broth |
Instructions:
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If using chicken breast halves, place them between plastic wrap and gently pound them until they are approximately 1/4″ thick. Season the cutlets on both sides with salt and pepper, ensuring even seasoning throughout.
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In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the chicken cutlets to the skillet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Brown the cutlets on both sides until golden brown, approximately 4 minutes per side. Once browned, remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter. Add the finely chopped shallots and bay leaves to the skillet. Sautee the shallots and bay leaves for approximately 1 minute, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Pour in the dry red wine, stirring constantly to deglaze the pan and incorporate any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the wine to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Allow the wine to reduce until it forms a thick glaze, approximately 4 minutes.
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Add the whole berry cranberry sauce and chicken broth to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Cook the sauce over medium heat until it thickens slightly, approximately 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Return the browned chicken cutlets to the skillet, ensuring they are fully submerged in the sauce. Simmer the chicken in the sauce until heated through, approximately 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
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Once heated through, remove and discard the bay leaves from the skillet. Arrange the chicken cutlets on serving plates, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
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Spoon the warm cranberry sauce over the chicken cutlets, ensuring each cutlet is generously coated with the flavorful sauce.
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Garnish with fresh herbs or additional cranberries if desired, adding a pop of color and freshness to the dish.
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Serve immediately and enjoy the irresistible combination of tender chicken and tangy cranberry sauce.
Cooking Time: 12 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Embrace the simplicity and elegance of this Cranberries & Chicken Cutlet recipe, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether enjoyed as a hearty lunch or satisfying snack, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
