Magda's Cranberry Orange Chicken Recipe

Name: Magda's Cranberry Orange Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 chicken thighs, boneless skinless; ¼ cup dried cranberries; ½ cup orange juice; ¼ cup flour; salt, to taste; pepper, to taste; ½ teaspoon cumin; ½ teaspoon thyme; ½ teaspoon garlic; 1 tablespoon oil

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Soak the cranberries in the orange juice and set aside.
3
Heat oil over medium heat till hot.
4
In a small bowl, mix the flour and seasonings.
5
Dredge the chicken in the mixture.
6
Or cheat like I do and spindle everything on individually.
7
Add chicken thighs to the pan and brown on all sides.
8
Transfer the chicken to an oven proof dish and deglaze the pan with the cranberry/orange juice mixture, stirring to pick up all the browned bits left from cooking the chicken.
9
Pour this over the chicken.
10
Bake for about 20 minutes.
11
Serve the liquid drizzled over the chicken and side dishes.

432

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

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

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 chicken thighs, boneless skinless, ¼ cup dried cranberries, ½ cup orange juice, ¼ cup flour, and more.

Yes, Magda's Cranberry Orange 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!

Magda's Cranberry Orange Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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