Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake
A delightful dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors with juicy chicken breasts coated in a honey-balsamic glaze, topped with cranberries and feta cheese.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil For greasing the baking dish
- 1/2 cup honey (150 ml)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar (60 ml)
- 1 cup fresh or dried cranberries (120 g)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (75 g)
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, and dried thyme (or rosemary) to prepare the glaze.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish and pour the honey-balsamic glaze over them.
- Scatter cranberries all around the chicken.
Cooking
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top of the chicken and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
- Switch the oven to broil and cook for an extra 2-3 minutes for a golden finish.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley.
Notes
Make the dish ahead of time and refrigerate it unbaked for up to a day. Substitute cranberries with apples or pears if needed. Use flavored feta for an extra kick.