Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 8 oz brie cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish.
- In a saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, and orange juice over medium heat. Cook until cranberries burst and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- Spread cranberry sauce over the chicken and top each breast with slices of brie cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh thyme before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor.
- Can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Pair with roasted vegetables or holiday sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Bake, Sear, Simmer
- Cuisine: Holiday
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 125mg