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Cranberry Orange Chicken

Juicy Cranberry Orange Chicken for a Flavor-Packed Dinner

Indulge in this Cranberry Orange Chicken recipe, where succulent chicken meets the brightness of citrus and tart cranberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Chicken Thighs bone-in, skin-on
  • 20 cloves Garlic peeled
For the Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp Sea Salt adjust to taste
  • Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder or finely chopped onions
  • 1 tbsp Thyme preferably fresh
  • 1 tbsp Rosemary or dried in smaller amounts
For the Base
  • 1 large Onion yellow or sweet
  • 5 medium Mandarins or 2 large oranges
  • 1.5 cups Fresh Cranberries dried can be a substitute
  • 1.5 to 2 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole Pan
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and gather your ingredients.
  2. Slice one large onion into wedges and prepare the garlic and citrus.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken thighs and rub in the seasonings.
  4. Arrange the seasoned chicken thighs skin-side up over the prepared base.
  5. Pour chicken broth into the pan until chicken is barely submerged.
  6. Roast uncovered for 40 minutes to 1 hour, checking for 165°F internal temperature.
  7. Broil for a few minutes for an extra crispy skin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, let the chicken dry before seasoning and utilize a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.

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