Spicy Chicken with Cranberry Sauce
4 servings
60 minutes
Spicy chicken with cranberry sauce is an exquisite combination of tender meat infused with the aromas of Italian spices and a sweet-sour cranberry sauce. This recipe is inspired by Mediterranean cuisine, where natural ingredients reveal their depth. The chicken fillet is first marinated in a mixture of paprika, mustard, garlic, and oil, giving it a rich flavor. Baked to a golden crust, the chicken pairs wonderfully with a vibrant sauce made from fresh cranberries, honey, and starch that has a pleasant tartness and silky texture. This dish is perfect for both everyday dinners and special occasions, delighting guests with its elegant appearance and wonderful balance of flavors.
1
Wash and dry the chicken well. Mix spices, crushed garlic, and oil in a bowl. Rub the chicken with salt, then with the spice mixture. Let it sit for 2 hours.
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Vegetable oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
- Paprika: 0.3 teaspoon
- Mustard: 0.5 teaspoon
- Italian Herb Blend: to taste
2
Bake the chicken in the oven at 200 degrees for 30–40 minutes until cooked.
- Chicken fillet: 500 g
3
For the sauce, pour the cranberries (not all, leave a few whole berries for decoration) with a glass of water and bring to a boil.
- Fresh cranberries: 200 g
4
Sift through a sieve. Boil the resulting mass and add honey, salt to taste, and diluted starch. Heat the sauce on low until thickened (to your desired consistency) and cool it down. Pour into a sauceboat.
- Honey: 50 g
- Starch: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: to taste
5
Place the chicken on a plate, garnish with greens, and drizzle with sauce.
- Green: to taste