Description

Ready for a dinner that dazzles? This Cranberry Orange Chicken is a one-skillet wonder that’s packed with flavor and perfect for weeknights or holiday tables. Golden-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a tangy, sweet glaze made with fresh cranberries, zesty orange juice, and honey. It’s the ultimate balance of bold citrus and cozy comfort. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner ideas or festive food ideas that impress, this healthy protein-packed recipe hits all the marks—quick dinner, minimal cleanup, and seriously delicious.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 cloves garlic minced

1 cup fresh cranberries

1/2 cup orange juice

1 tablespoon orange zest

3 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon cornstarch

2 tablespoons water

1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)

4 orange slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

3. Sear chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Add cranberries, orange juice, zest, honey, and soy sauce. Simmer until cranberries burst.

6. Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir into sauce.

7. Simmer sauce until it thickens to a glaze.

8. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.

9. Garnish with parsley and orange slices.

10. Serve warm with your favorite sides.

Notes

Use fresh cranberries for the best burst of tartness.

Don’t skip the orange zest—it’s what gives the sauce its bold citrus punch.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
Calories: 295
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 410mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: cranberry chicken, orange glaze chicken, holiday chicken, quick dinner, healthy dinner