Description
One-Skillet Balsamic Cranberry Chicken marries the tangy sweetness of balsamic vinegar with the delightful burst of cranberries, creating a dish that’s both elegant and easy to prepare. This quick recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and will leave your family asking for seconds. With tender chicken coated in a rich, glossy sauce, it’s a showstopper on any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup high-quality balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the garlic and measuring the spices.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and herbs; sauté for one minute until aromatic.
- Pour in balsamic vinegar and stir in dried cranberries, scraping up brown bits from the pan.
- Allow to simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove from heat, let rest briefly, then serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 130mg