Roast Chicken With Spiced Cherries And Gnocchi

Name: Roast Chicken With Spiced Cherries And Gnocchi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 None 14 oz can or jar of cherries in syrup, drained, syrup reserved; 3-4 tbsp oil; 4 None large chicken breasts; 3 None medium onions, peeled, 1 finely diced, 2 sliced into thin rings; 2 None cinnamon sticks; 4 tbsp honey; 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar; 2 tsp cornstarch, mixed with 3 tbsp water to form a smooth paste; 1/2 tsp crushed black pepper; 1 1/2 lb fresh gnocchi; 1-2 tbsp all purpose flour; 2 tbsp butter; None None Green salad, to serve

Servings: persons

1 None 14 oz can or jar of cherries in syrup, drained, syrup reserved
3-4 tbsp oil
4 None large chicken breasts
3 None medium onions, peeled, 1 finely diced, 2 sliced into thin rings
2 None cinnamon sticks
4 tbsp honey
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tsp cornstarch, mixed with 3 tbsp water to form a smooth paste
1/2 tsp crushed black pepper
1 1/2 lb fresh gnocchi
1-2 tbsp all purpose flour
2 tbsp butter
None None Green salad, to serve

1
Preheat the oven to 300u00b0F. Place the cherry juice in a measuring cup and top up with water to make 1 1/4 cups. Heat the oil in a skillet and cook the chicken, turning, for 10 mins. Season with salt and place in a roasting pan. Roast for 10 mins.
2
Add the diced onion to the hot skillet and saute for 5 mins. Add the cinnamon, honey, vinegar and cherry juice mixture. Bring to a boil and simmer over a low heat for 3 mins. Stir in the cornstarch, bring to a boil again and simmer for 1 min, stirring. Add the black pepper and season with salt. Add the cherries and warm through.
3
Cook the gnocchi in boiling salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and keep warm.
4
Toss the onion rings in the flour, shaking off any excess. Heat the butter in a skillet and cook the onion rings, turning, until golden brown.
5
Remove the cinnamon sticks and spoon the cherry sauce on to dinner plates. Slice the chicken and arrange on top. Serve with the gnocchi, onion rings and a green salad.

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* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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.

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 None 14 oz can or jar of cherries in syrup, drained, syrup reserved, 3-4 tbsp oil, 4 None large chicken breasts, 3 None medium onions, peeled, 1 finely diced, 2 sliced into thin rings, and more.

Yes, Roast Chicken With Spiced Cherries And Gnocchi falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!