Spinach Cranberry Chicken Breasts
Spinach Cranberry Chicken Breasts offer a delightful fusion of flavors, combining tender chicken with vibrant spinach and sweet cranberries. This dish is not only visually appealing but also easy to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. With its mouthwatering aroma and colorful presentation, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends while providing a nutritious meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Sauté until golden brown on one side (about 5 minutes), then flip the chicken. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in the fresh spinach and dried cranberries, cooking until the spinach wilts.
- Pour chicken broth around the chicken, transfer everything to the baking dish, and cover with foil.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove foil during the last 5 minutes for browning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with spinach and cranberries
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, consider searing the chicken before adding other ingredients. Feel free to swap fresh spinach for kale or use different dried fruits as alternatives. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or on stovetop.