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East cranberry chicken recipe with rosemary

Rosemary Cranberry Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts simmered in a tangy-sweet cranberry sauce infused with fresh rosemary. A festive, easy, and budget-friendly dish that perfect for weeknights or holiday dinners.
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Prep Time 11 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 28gFat: 11gSugar: 21g

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce homemade or canned
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar optional, for sweetness
  • 2-3 sprigs fresh rosemary or 1 tsp dried
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside
  • In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add garlic, sauté 1 minute. Stir in chicken broth, cranberry sauce, honey, and rosemary. Bring to a simmer.
  • Return chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer 15–20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
  • Remove rosemary sprigs, adjust seasoning. Spoon sauce over chicken before serving.

Notes

  • Substitute thighs for breasts for more juiciness.
  • Great served with rice, roasted potatoes, or green beans.
  • Use skinless chicken breast for lower calories
Keyword chicken recipe, holiday recipe, homemade dip, main course
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