Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake: Easy Recipe with Ricotta Cheese
This Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake with Ricotta Cheese is a delightful dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cranberry sauce
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, arrange the chicken breasts.
- Mix the cranberry sauce, ricotta cheese, honey, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme in a bowl.
- Spread the mixture over the chicken breasts evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish can be served with rice or a green salad for a complete meal.
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for a few hours before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg