ALMOND CRANBERRY CHICKEN

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The Test Kitchen adds seasonal flair to everyday chicken with this flavorful sauce that showcases fresh cranberries. It's a snap to prepare on the stovetop. TIP: Round out the meal deliciously with side dishes of steamed broccoli and buttered couscous.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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Ingredients

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup butter
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup water
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt and cayenne; add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat. In a large skillet, brown chicken in butter over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. , In the same skillet, combine the cranberries, water, brown sugar, vinegar and orange zest. Bring to a boil; cook for 10 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Spoon over chicken; sprinkle with almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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Hira prasad Pandey

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This almond cranberry chicken is a keeper! It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I usually have on hand.

Amanze Henry

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I made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the almonds and cranberries added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I will definitely be making this again.

Mike Maner

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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.

Shisantara

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This almond cranberry chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the almonds and cranberries added a nice crunch and tartness. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and everyone loved it. I will definitely

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