Cranberry Chicken
Chicken thighs with cranberries is a flavorful and comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Juicy chicken thighs are cooked in a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce with a hint of citrus and fresh herbs. This dish is easy to make but looks and tastes impressive, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients :
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs or boneless, skin-on
- 1 cup fresh cranberries or ½ cup dried, soaked cranberries
- ⅓ cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or ½ teaspoon dried
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant. Add cranberries, orange juice, honey, and rosemary. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until the cranberries start to soften.
- Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over them. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the lid and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to thicken the sauce if needed.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh rosemary or orange zest if desired.
