Cran Apple Chicken
Bring a burst of fall-inspired flavors to your dinner table with this Cran Apple Chicken recipe—a delightful blend of savory, sweet, and tart notes that’s perfect for cozy weeknights or special occasions. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are nestled in a luscious sauce featuring crisp apple slices, tangy cranberries, and fragrant rosemary, all simmered in a rich blend of chicken broth, honey, and apple cider vinegar. This one-pan dish is as easy to prepare as it is flavorful, with a prep time of just 15 minutes and a cook time of 30 minutes. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes, wild rice, or crusty bread to soak up the irresistible sauce. Whether you’re celebrating the harvest season or looking for a unique chicken dinner, Cran Apple Chicken is a must-try recipe packed with warmth and comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large apple, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh cranberries or dried cranberries
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 2 pieces fresh rosemary sprigs
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Lightly coat the chicken breasts with flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet.
Add the sliced apple to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until lightly softened.
Stir in the cranberries and cook for another minute.
Pour in the chicken broth, add the rosemary sprigs, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3-5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Cover the skillet and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Discard the rosemary sprigs and serve the chicken warm with the cran apple sauce spooned over the top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.5 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.5 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 654 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 3723 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.4 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.4 g | ||
| Protein | 229.1 g | 458% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2689 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
