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Best Spring Meals Recipe: Cranberry Orange Glazed Chicken (One Pan!)

This Cranberry Orange Glazed Chicken combines tart cranberries, zesty orange, and sweet honey into a vibrant glaze that transforms simple chicken into a restaurant-worthy meal in just 35 minutes. Perfect for holidays or weeknights alike!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 405
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 cup orange juice freshly squeezed preferred
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat chicken dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Let rest 5–10 minutes.
  3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard.
  5. Pour glaze over chicken in skillet and transfer to oven.
  6. Bake 25–30 minutes, basting halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
  7. Remove from oven and rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley and spoon glaze over top.

Notes

Use frozen cranberries if fresh aren’t available. For a thicker glaze, simmer a few extra minutes or stir in a cornstarch slurry. Garnish with extra orange zest for color and brightness.