Description
This Skillet Orange Cranberry Chicken is a one-pan wonder packed with sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. It’s a perfect weeknight or holiday meal, made with juicy chicken breasts, orange juice, and whole-berry cranberry sauce—all simmered into a bright, flavorful glaze.
Ingredients
¼ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free all-purpose flour)
¼ tsp seasoned salt
24 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
⅓ cup sweet onion, very finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup orange juice (freshly squeezed or not from concentrate)
1 tsp chicken bouillon
1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
¼ tsp paprika
Fresh parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
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Using a meat mallet, lightly pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
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In a sealable bag, combine the flour and seasoned salt. Add the chicken breasts (one at a time) and shake to coat. Shake off any excess flour and set aside.
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In a large non‑stick skillet over medium heat, heat the butter and olive oil until the butter is just melted.
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Add the coated chicken breasts to the pan and cook approximately 4 minutes on one side until lightly browned.
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Flip the chicken over, cook an additional 1 minute, then add the minced garlic and chopped onion. Continue cooking about 3 more minutes, stirring the onions occasionally, until they soften and the chicken is lightly browned on both sides.
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In a small bowl, stir the chicken bouillon into the orange juice. Add that mixture to the skillet to deglaze. Then add the cranberry sauce and paprika, stirring to mix well.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 20 minutes (or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 °F).
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If you prefer a thicker sauce, uncover and increase heat to medium for 2‑3 minutes until the sauce has thickened a bit.
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Optionally garnish with fresh parsley, then serve warm.
Notes
For the best flavor, use Better Than Bouillon roasted chicken base.
Homemade cranberry sauce adds rich depth—make it ahead!
Use gluten-free bouillon and flour to make this dish fully gluten-free.
Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts; adjust cook time as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz chicken with sauce
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 38g