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Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake with Ricotta Cheese

A flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken breasts, sweet cranberries, and creamy ricotta cheese, all baked to perfection in just 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for greasing and searing
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
For the glaze and toppings
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans optional for crunch
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme.
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes on each side until lightly golden, then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and balsamic vinegar. Pour this mixture over the chicken.
  3. Sprinkle the cranberries evenly over the top of the chicken.
  4. Spoon dollops of ricotta cheese over each chicken breast.
  5. Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cranberries are slightly caramelized.
  6. If desired, sprinkle chopped pecans on top during the last 5 minutes of baking for a toasted crunch.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.