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Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake With Ricotta Cheese

This delicious Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake combines tender chicken with a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce, enriched with creamy ricotta cheese for a comforting and flavorful dish.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bake
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Ricotta Topping
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a baking dish, drizzle olive oil and place the chicken breasts.
  3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then pour honey over the top.
  4. Scatter fresh cranberries around the chicken in the dish.
Prepare the Ricotta Topping
  1. In a bowl, mix together ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan, dried thyme, and chopped parsley until well combined.
  2. Spread the ricotta mixture evenly over the chicken and cranberries in the baking dish.
Bake the Dish
  1. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the top is slightly golden.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
  2. Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15g

Notes

For an extra touch, serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

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