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Cranberry Glazed Chicken with Carrots & Sweet Potatoes

Cranberry Glazed Chicken with Carrots & Sweet Potatoes Delight

This Cranberry Glazed Chicken with Carrots & Sweet Potatoes is a flavorful celebration of fall, perfect for festive occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 medium bone-in chicken thighs Provides rich flavor and juiciness; boneless options can reduce cooking time.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Roasting
  • 1 tablespoon butter Adds richness during searing.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Used for searing the chicken.
  • 3 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced; Honeycrisp or Gala recommended.
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries Canned cranberries can be substituted.
  • 3 sprigs fresh rosemary Can be replaced with thyme or sage.
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing garlic.
  • 1 clove garlic minced; omit for a garlic-free version.
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Can be swapped for apple cider vinegar.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Key to the glaze's sweetness.
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Generously season the bone-in chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  3. In an oven-safe skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the chicken thighs for 2-3 minutes on each side.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and arrange the sliced apples, cranberries, and rosemary around the chicken.
  5. Roast for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and apples are soft.
  6. In a small skillet, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  7. Stir in balsamic vinegar and maple syrup, bring to a boil, then simmer until thick.
  8. Drizzle the warm maple glaze over the roasted chicken and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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