Why is it that cranberries are, more often than not, relegated only to the Thanksgiving table? They are festively red and cheery for sure, but they offer so much more than looks and attitude! Cranberries are considered a superfood due to their high nutrient and antioxidant content. Bursting with tartness, they expertly complement poultry, as you’ll discover in this simple and delicious recipe. Combining a sweet-sour tang with the French savoriness of herbs de Provence, this dish will be invited back to your table all year long.
Chicken with Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Servings 4
Calories 328 kcal
Ingredients
For cranberry sauce:
- 2 cups fresh cranberries
- ⅔ cup water
- ⅓ cup orange juice with pulp
- 2 whole star anise
- ⅓ cup sugar
For chicken:
- 1 lb. chicken breasts
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ⅛ tsp. black pepper
- ¼ tsp. herbs de Provence
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. Marinate chicken in olive oil, vinegar and spices while oven is heating.
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In medium saucepan, combine cranberries, water, orange juice, star anise and sugar. Bring to a boil. Remove from heat, stir and cover.
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Cook chicken for 25-35 minutes until juices run clear and chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F.
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To serve, pour cranberry sauce over chicken or leave on side.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Chicken with Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 328
Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 73mg24%
Sodium 255mg11%
Potassium 503mg14%
Carbohydrates 25g8%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 20g22%
Protein 25g50%
Vitamin A 105IU2%
Vitamin C 18mg22%
Calcium 19mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.