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Orange-Cranberry Bone-In Chicken Breasts
Orange-Cranberry Bone-In Chicken Breasts
Welcome to a recipe that beautifully marries the savory essence of chicken with the bright and tart flavors of orange and cranberry. Orange-Cranberry Bone-In Chicken Breasts is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dining table. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner, this dish is sure to impress your guests with its vibrant presentation and aromatic flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 lbs. bone-in chicken breasts with skin
- 1½ teaspoons fresh sage chopped
- 1½ teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tablespoons honey preferably local
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Place top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 400°F.
- Melt the coconut oil in a large, ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with sage, and thyme. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Place seasoned chicken in hot skillet skin-side down and cook until browned, approximately 4-5 minutes, or until it releases easily from the bottom of the pan. Turn the chicken and continue cooking another 4-5 minutes on the remaining side.
- While the chicken is browning, add the cranberries, orange juice, honey, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg to a small saucepan. Place over medium heat and bring it to a gentle boil. Cook until the cranberries pop open and the sauce becomes slightly thickened, around 4-5 minutes.
- Pour the orange-cranberry sauce over the browned chicken and transfer the skillet into the pre-heated oven. Roast until the chicken is fully cooked through and the sauce is bubbly, around 25-30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.*
- Remove from oven and transfer chicken to a serving platter. Cover loosely and let rest for 5 minutes before serving topped with the warm orange-cranberry pan sauce and your choice of sides. Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Notes
*Internal temperature will continue to rise to 165°F as it rests.
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcal (16%)Carbohydrates: 7g (2%)Protein: 32g (64%)Fat: 19g (29%)Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 97mg (32%)Sodium: 98mg (4%)Potassium: 385mg (11%)Fiber: 0.3g (1%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Vitamin A: 463IU (9%)Vitamin C: 7mg (8%)Calcium: 33mg (3%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
