Description
Roasted Cranberry Chicken Thighs are a scrumptious blend of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors that make for an irresistible fall dinner. This dish combines juicy, bone-in chicken thighs with tart cranberries, aromatic rosemary, and zesty lemon slices—all roasted together to create a delightful meal that’s both comforting and visually appealing. Perfect for family gatherings or holiday feasts, these chicken thighs are not just easy to prepare; they also pack a punch of flavor with every bite. Serve them alongside your favorite sides for a complete and satisfying dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup cranberries
- 2 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, toss cranberries with white wine vinegar and brown sugar; set aside.
- Pat chicken thighs dry, then rub with olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in the baking dish and scatter onions around it.
- Add lemon slices and spoon cranberries on top. Sprinkle rosemary over everything.
- Pour chicken broth into the dish for moisture.
- Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg