Baked Orange Cranberry Chicken Thighs: Juicy and Flavorful Delight
Baked Orange Cranberry Chicken Thighs is a delicious recipe that combines the sweetness of orange with the tartness of cranberries for a delightful flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup cranberries
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix the orange juice, cranberries, garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the orange cranberry mixture over them.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with rice or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 120mg