Mediterranean Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake
Mediterranean Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake is a sweet and savory dish featuring tender baked chicken glazed with honey, cranberries, olive oil, garlic, and herbs. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe is simple, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup fresh or dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease or line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish. Season both sides with salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Stir in the cranberries.
- Pour the honey-cranberry mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes to allow the glaze to thicken slightly.
- If using feta cheese, sprinkle it over the chicken during the last 2 minutes of baking.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in the glaze for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Bone-in chicken thighs can be used; increase cooking time to 35–40 minutes.
- Fresh cranberries provide a more tart flavor, while dried cranberries offer more sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
