Pan-Seared Chicken Breasts with Cranberry Brie Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup cranberries, fresh or frozen
- 4 oz Brie cheese, rind removed, cubed
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts evenly with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves.
- Ensure both sides are well-coated with the seasoning mix.
2. Sear the Chicken:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear them for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the cranberries, orange juice, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar. Stir well to combine.
4. Simmer the Sauce:
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce begins to thicken.
5. Melt the Brie:
- Add the cubed Brie to the sauce and stir until it melts completely and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
6. Combine and Serve:
- Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them in the sauce.
- Spoon the cranberry Brie sauce over the chicken and allow it to heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the chicken breasts hot, topped with extra sauce from the pan.
Preparation & Cooking Times
- Preparation Time:
PT15M
15 minutes
- Cooking Time:
PT25M
25 minutes
Total Time
- PT40M
40 minutes
Type of Dish
- Dinner
Keywords
- Chicken Dinner
- Pan-Seared Chicken
- Cranberry Sauce
- Brie Cheese
- Gourmet Recipe
- Stove-Cooked
- Holiday Recipe
- Easy Dinner
- Comfort Food
- Entertaining
Recipe Yield
- Feeds 4 adults
Calories
- Total Calories: 1,200
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