Cranberry Orange Chicken (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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5-6 chicken thighs, bone in skin on.
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1 tbsp olive oil.
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1/2 tsp salt.
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1/2 tsp pepper.
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2 cloves garlic, minced.
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1 large shallot, finely diced (1/3 cup diced).
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2/3 cup orange juice.
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1 cup chicken stock.
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1 tbsp orange zest.
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1 1/2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup).
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar.
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1 cup cranberries (+ 2 tbsp for garnish).
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1/2 orange, thinly sliced.
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat oil in skillet on medium heat and sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Set aside on a plate.
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Add diced shallot and minced garlic to the pan and saute for 4-5 minutes until softened. Scrape any chicken bits from bottom of pan.
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Add chicken stock, orange juice, zest, vinegar and honey. Add cranberries and simmer 8-10 minutes until cranberries soften and sauce thickens.
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Return chicken to pan, spoon sauce over top. Add remaining cranberries and orange slices. Bake 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
# Notes:
01 -
Perfect one-pan meal for holidays with crispy chicken and sweet-tart cranberry sauce.
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Can use maple syrup instead of honey for sweetener.