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A honey cranberry chicken bake with ricotta cheese, fresh from the oven

Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake with Ricotta Cheese

This delightful Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake with Ricotta Cheese offers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making it an ideal weeknight dinner. The chicken is tender, and the ricotta adds a creamy richness that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowls

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 4 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Ricotta Topping

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, cranberry sauce, and Dijon mustard for the sauce.

Assemble and Bake

  • Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and pour the honey-cranberry sauce evenly over the chicken.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is almost cooked through.
  • While the chicken bakes, mix the ricotta cheese, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl.
  • Remove the chicken from the oven. Evenly spoon the ricotta mixture over each chicken breast.
  • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the ricotta is lightly golden and the chicken is cooked through.

Serve

  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Serve this delightful chicken bake with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a touch of heat if you enjoy a little spice.