Description
Baked Cranberry Chicken with Rosemary is a delightful dish that beautifully marries succulent chicken breasts with a rich cranberry sauce and fragrant rosemary. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, offering a burst of sweet and savory flavor in every bite. With vibrant colors and irresistible aromas, it’s sure to impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then lay them in the prepared dish.
- In a bowl, mix the cranberry sauce, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, and chopped rosemary until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, ensuring they're well coated.
- Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for five minutes before serving, garnishing with extra rosemary if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg