Sweet & Tangy Cranberry Orange Roasted Chicken
Ingredients:
For the Chicken and Garnish:
4-5 chicken thighs or breasts, skin-on
1/2 cup fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Marinade:
1/4 cup fresh cranberries
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
Zest and juice of 1 large orange
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions:
Prepare the Marinade:
In a food processor, combine cranberries, brown sugar, olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, orange zest, orange juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
Marinate the Chicken:
Place chicken pieces in a large zip-top bag or container. Pour the marinade over the chicken, coating each piece well. Seal or cover and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, or overnight for maximum flavor.
Bake the Chicken:
Preheat oven to 375F 190C. Lightly grease an 8×8-inch roasting pan and arrange the marinated chicken in a single layer. Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken and sprinkle the extra 1/2 cup of fresh cranberries around it.
Finish and Crisp the Chicken:
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked. In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon honey with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then brush this mixture over the chicken skin. Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes to achieve a crispy, golden finish, watching closely to prevent burning.
Garnish and Serve:
Remove from the oven, garnish with extra orange zest and fresh cranberries, and serve warm, spooning the roasted cranberries over the chicken for added sweetness.
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 15 minutes Marinate Time: 1 hour Cook Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4-5
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