Sweet and Savory Cranberry Glazed Chicken
Sweet and Savory Cranberry Glazed Chicken is a delightful dish that melds tender chicken breasts with a rich, tangy cranberry glaze. This easy recipe transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary experiences, perfect for both weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. With vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas, this dish will have your guests clamoring for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, placing them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, mix the cranberry sauce, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.
- For an extra glaze, broil for the last 5 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve warm, drizzled with any remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg