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A well-plated dish of cranberry orange chicken garnished with herbs.

Quick way to make 30-Minute Cranberry Orange Chicken

This quick and easy cranberry orange chicken recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight meal. The sweet and tangy sauce makes for a flavorful and satisfying dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 tsp orange zest
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces, then season them with salt and pepper.
  • Dredge the seasoned chicken in flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then brown the floured chicken for 3-5 minutes per side.
  • In a bowl, whisk together cranberry sauce, orange juice, orange zest, and Dijon mustard.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet and bring to a simmer, cooking for 5-7 minutes until the sauce slightly thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.