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Cranberry Glazed Chicken with Carrots & Sweet Potatoes

A delightful dish featuring bold flavors, easy preparation, and crowd-pleasing appeal, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs juicy and flavorful
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper for warmth and depth
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Fresh cranberries for tartness
  • 1/2 cup Honey for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar to provide acidity
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Carrots can use baby carrots
  • 2 cups Sweet potatoes can substitute with regular potatoes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Prepare the chicken by seasoning it with salt and pepper.
  3. Chop the carrots and sweet potatoes into even-sized pieces.
  4. Arrange the vegetables in a large baking dish and nestle the seasoned chicken on top.
Making the Glaze
  1. Combine cranberry sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Pour half of the glaze over the chicken and veggies.
Baking
  1. Bake in your preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  2. Brush on the remaining glaze during the last 10 minutes of baking.
  3. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up any remaining glaze.

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