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Easy Cranberry Baked Chicken Thighs

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Easy Cranberry Baked Chicken Thighs is a sweet and savory dish made with juicy chicken thighs baked in a tangy cranberry glaze. It’s perfect for weeknights or festive meals, requiring minimal ingredients and cleanup.

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 small onion, sliced or chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce or Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (optional)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix cranberry sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce or Worcestershire, and brown sugar or maple syrup if using.
  3. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 3–4 minutes until golden and crispy.
  5. Flip the chicken thighs, scatter onion slices around them, and pour the cranberry mixture over the top.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Spoon sauce over the chicken before serving and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Use boneless chicken thighs for faster cooking—bake for about 25 minutes.
  • Add chili flakes or hot sauce for a spicy twist.
  • Swap cranberry sauce with cranberry-orange relish for extra citrus flavor.
  • Reduce sugar and increase garlic/soy for a more savory version.

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