Honey Cranberry Chicken Breast with Feta & Herbs Delight
Experience a delightful culinary journey with this Honey Cranberry Chicken Breast, featuring a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, complemented by creamy feta and fresh herbs. It’s an easy yet gourmet dish, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Honey
- Dried cranberries
- Feta cheese
- Fresh herbs (rosemary and thyme)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Begin by patting the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. This helps achieve a nice sear. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the chicken breasts in the skillet.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the honey, dried cranberries, and minced garlic. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Stir in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh herbs, allowing them to warm through in the sauce.
- Place the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning the honey cranberry sauce generously over the top. Let it cook for another minute to meld the flavors.
- Transfer the chicken to a serving platter, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in a mixture of honey, olive oil, and herbs for a few hours or overnight before cooking. Pair this dish with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.