Cranberry Glazed Chicken Skillet
This Cranberry Glazed Chicken Skillet has been a cherished family favorite for over three decades. It's a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors, featuring tender chicken strips sautéed with caramelized onions and coated in a rich, fruity glaze made from ketchup and whole berry cranberry sauce. This dish is quick to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or when you need something comforting yet impressive. Serve it over a bed of fluffy brown rice for a complete meal that is sure to satisfy both family and guests alike!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
margarine
2 tablespoons (melted)
onion
1 medium (chopped)
chicken breasts
4 (boneless, skinless, cut into strips)
ketchup
1 cup (none)
whole berry cranberry sauce
1/2 cup (none)
brown sugar
1/4 cup (packed)
white vinegar
3 tablespoons (none)
Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon (none)
prepared mustard
1 tablespoon (none)
brown rice
8 cups (hot, cooked)
Instructions
1
In a large skillet, melt the margarine over medium heat until bubbly.
2
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until it becomes translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
3
Introduce the chicken strips to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until they are no longer pink and lightly browned on all sides.
4
In a separate bowl, mix together the ketchup, whole berry cranberry sauce, brown sugar, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and prepared mustard until combined.
5
Pour the cranberry mixture over the chicken and onions in the skillet. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
6
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7
Serve the cranberry-glazed chicken over hot, cooked brown rice for a wholesome, delicious meal.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein in the Cranberry Glazed Chicken Skillet?
The main protein in this recipe is four boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into strips.
How long has this recipe been a family favorite?
This recipe has been a cherished family favorite for over three decades.
What are the primary flavor profiles of this dish?
This dish features a delightful fusion of savory and sweet flavors.
What type of fat is used to sauté the ingredients?
The recipe calls for two tablespoons of margarine, melted over medium heat.
How should the onion be prepared?
One medium onion should be chopped and sautéed until translucent and fragrant.
How long do you sauté the onion?
The onion should be sautéed for approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
How long does it take to cook the chicken strips?
The chicken strips should be cooked for 5 to 7 minutes until no longer pink.
What is the base of the glaze?
The glaze is made from a mixture of ketchup and whole berry cranberry sauce.
What type of cranberry sauce is required?
The recipe specifically requires 1/2 cup of whole berry cranberry sauce.
Is sugar added to the sauce?
Yes, 1/4 cup of packed brown sugar is included in the glaze mixture.
What kind of vinegar is used?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of white vinegar.
Does the recipe include Worcestershire sauce?
Yes, it includes 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.
What type of mustard is used in the glaze?
One tablespoon of prepared mustard is used in the sauce mixture.
How do you prepare the glaze?
The ketchup, cranberry sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard are mixed together in a separate bowl.
When do you add the glaze to the chicken?
The mixture is poured over the chicken and onions after they have been cooked in the skillet.
Should the mixture be boiled?
Yes, the mixture should be brought to a gentle boil before reducing the heat.
How long does the dish need to simmer?
The chicken and sauce should simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes.
Should the skillet be covered while simmering?
No, the instructions specify to let it simmer uncovered.
What is the recommended side dish for this chicken?
It is recommended to serve the chicken over hot, cooked brown rice.
How much brown rice is used?
The recipe calls for 8 cups of hot, cooked brown rice.
Is this recipe suitable for weeknights?
Yes, it is described as quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
The recipe contains a total of 10 ingredients.
What kind of onions should be used?
The recipe calls for one medium onion, chopped.
Is the chicken cooked before adding the sauce?
Yes, the chicken is cooked for 5-7 minutes before the glaze is introduced.
Can this meal be served to guests?
Yes, it is described as comforting yet impressive enough for both family and guests.
What is the goal of simmering the sauce for 15 minutes?
Simmering allows the flavors of the glaze and chicken to meld together.
What texture should the chicken have?
The chicken should be lightly browned on all sides and no longer pink.
What category of meal is this?
This is a skillet meal featuring chicken and fruit flavors.
Is the brown sugar packed or loose?
The brown sugar should be packed into the measuring cup.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include quick recipes, chicken, cranberry, skillet meal, and comfort food.