Best 2 Cranberry Dijon Chicken Recipes

If you're looking for a delightful and tangy main course that's perfect for any occasion, look no further than cranberry Dijon chicken. This dish combines the tart sweetness of cranberries with the tangy zest of Dijon mustard to create a mouthwatering sauce that perfectly complements tender, juicy chicken. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, this recipe will guide you through the process of creating an unforgettable meal that your family and friends will love.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRY-DIJON MUSTARD SAUCE

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The cranberry- Dijon mustard sauce was originally a dip recipe found on oceanspray.com and switched to a sauce for chicken. Recipe #188835 is identical to the way I prepare homemade cranberry sauce. I try to keep a bag of frozen whole cranberries on hand for these type of recipes. Super easy for a weeknight meal.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless (other cuts of chicken ok)
grapeseed oil, for frying
salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade, please! see recipe link above^^)
1 1/2 tablespoons stone ground dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

Combine sauce ingredients in a small mixing bowl, stirring until blended. Set aside.
Pound the chicken pieces to a uniform 1/2" thickness.
In a large frying pan, heat up the oil on medium-high heat and season the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook on both sides until golden brown, approximately 10 minutes.
Spoon the cranberry-Dijon sauce evenly over the chicken.
Cover pan and reduce heat to simmer. Cook approximately 30 minutes or until chicken is tender and cooked through.
Garnish chicken with fresh parsley.
Serving suggestion: if you want, slice up the chicken and arrange on a serving platter.

CRANBERRY DIJON CHICKEN

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Make and share this Cranberry Dijon Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lik2fish

Categories Poultry

Time 25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) can cranberry sauce, jellied
3/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon orange peel, grated
6 pieces chicken breasts

Steps:

In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard and orange peel until blended and smooth.
Remove from heat.
Meanwhile, grill (or broil) chicken for about 20 minutes or until juices run clear.
Brush with the sauce during last 10 minutes of grilling.

Tips:

Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for this recipe. If using chicken breasts, pound them to an even thickness so they cook evenly.

Use a good quality cranberry sauce: The cranberry sauce is a key ingredient in this dish, so make sure to use a good quality one. You can use homemade or store-bought cranberry sauce.

Don't overcook the chicken: The chicken should be cooked until it is just cooked through, but not overcooked. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.

Serve immediately: This dish is best served immediately after it is made. The chicken will start to dry out if it is left to sit for too long.

Conclusion:

Cranberry Dijon chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is moist and flavorful, and the cranberry Dijon sauce is sweet and tangy. Serve this dish with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

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