Cherry Chicken Recipe

Name: Cherry Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 chicken breasts, skin off; 1 dash soy sauce; 8 thin slices of lemon; 1 freshly ground black pepper; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 4 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp cornflour/cornstarch; 425 grams can BLACK pitted cherries, drained, juice reserved. I use John West cherries; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 tbsp each, grated orange and lemon rind; 1/2 cup orange juice; 2 tbsp lemon juice

Servings: persons

8 chicken breasts, skin off
1 dash soy sauce
8 thin slices of lemon
1 freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
4 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp cornflour/cornstarch
425 grams can BLACK pitted cherries, drained, juice reserved. I use John West cherries
1 cup chicken stock
1 tbsp each, grated orange and lemon rind
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tbsp lemon juice

1
Preheat oven to 180C.
2
Brush the breasts with soy sauce.
3
Place a lemon slice on each breast and season with pepper.
4
Place chicken in oven dish and bake until well done, approximately 1 hour or you can grill it.
5
Place vinegar and sugar in a saucepan, bring gently to the boil, and cook stirring constantly until caramelized.
6
It will look brownish
7
In a small jug or bowl, blend cornflour with 2 tbs of cherry juice and place remainder of juice with the stock, rinds, juices, cherries and liquid.
8
Cook stirring for a further 3 minutes.
9
Add cornflour paste, stirring thoroughly until combined.
10
Stir until sauce thickens.
11
Plate up the chicken with veggies or salad and pour sour cherry sauce liberally over each breast

613

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 chicken breasts, skin off, 1 dash soy sauce, 8 thin slices of lemon, 1 freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Cherry Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cherry Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions