How long will cranberry orange relish last in the refrigerator?

It usually keeps well for up to 10–14 days when sealed in a jar or airtight container.

What sides to serve with cranberry chicken?

Mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, wild rice, or green beans are all great choices that balance the sweet-tart sauce.

How long can orange chicken stay in the fridge?

Up to 3–4 days if properly stored in an airtight container.

How long will cranberry chutney last in the refrigerator?

Cranberry chutney stays fresh for about two weeks. Keep it chilled and covered for the best quality.

Cranberry Orange Chicken – Quick & Festive Dinner Recipe

Name: Cranberry Orange Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries; ⅔ cup orange juice; ¼ cup pure maple syrup; ¼ cup light brown sugar; 1½ teaspoons orange zest; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; Orange slices (optional, for garnish)

Description

Tangy sweet cranberry orange sauce coats juicy chicken thighs. One pan in 35 minutes. Bright, festive, and perfect for Christmas dinner.

Ingredients

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6 boneless skinless chicken thighs

1 teaspoon kosher salt

½ teaspoon paprika

¼ teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1½ cups fresh or frozen cranberries

⅔ cup orange juice

¼ cup pure maple syrup

¼ cup light brown sugar

1½ teaspoons orange zest

1 teaspoon minced garlic

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

Orange slices (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

1. Pat chicken dry. Season both sides with 1 teaspoon kosher salt, paprika, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 5 minutes per side until golden and 165°F internally. Remove and cover to keep warm.

3. Reduce heat to medium low. Add cranberries, orange juice, maple syrup, brown sugar, orange zest, garlic, and ¼ teaspoon kosher salt to the skillet.

4. Cook about 10 minutes, stirring and gently pressing cranberries, until the sauce bubbles and thickens to a glossy glaze.

5. Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top and warm 1 minute.

6. Garnish with orange slices and serve warm.

Notes

Frozen cranberries work without thawing; extend sauce cook time slightly so it reduces.

Maple syrup can be swapped with honey or extra brown sugar; flavor will change.

If using chicken breasts, reduce cook time to avoid dryness.

Best served warm. Store in the fridge 3 to 4 days. Freeze up to 3 months and thaw overnight before reheating.

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 25
Category: Christmas Dinner Recipes
Method: Skillet; Stovetop; One Pan
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
Calories: 275