Description
One-Skillet Balsamic Cranberry Chicken is a delightful, easy-to-make dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its sweet and tangy flavors. Juicy chicken breasts are simmered in a rich balsamic glaze, complemented by vibrant cranberries that burst with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-skillet wonder promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear in the skillet until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and chicken broth; scrape up browned bits from the skillet.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Stir in cranberries and cook until they burst and combine with the chicken (about 3-5 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg