Mustard Cranberry Chicken Breasts
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistibly flavorful Mustard Cranberry Chicken Breasts! This easy recipe combines tender, seared chicken breasts with a rich and tangy sauce made from whole-grain mustard, Dijon mustard, and sweet-tart cranberry sauce for an unforgettable flavor fusion. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a one-skillet cooking technique, this dish is perfect for busy nights while still feeling gourmet. The chicken is baked to juicy perfection and finished with a beautifully glossy sauce that clings to every bite. Garnish with fresh rosemary for an elegant touch and serve alongside mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables to complete this cozy, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for anyone looking for a quick, oven-baked chicken recipe with bold, vibrant flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup cranberry sauce (whole berry or jellied)
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season them evenly with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and stir in the whole-grain mustard, Dijon mustard, cranberry sauce, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine into a smooth sauce.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top of each piece.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, spooning additional sauce over the top before serving.
Garnish with fresh rosemary if desired, and serve with your favorite side dishes like mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.4 g | 74% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3698 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.1 g | ||
| Protein | 218.4 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1935 mg | 41% | |
*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.
