Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake with Ricotta Cheese
This Honey Cranberry Chicken Bake with Ricotta Cheese is a flavorful and comforting dish combining tender baked chicken, sweet-tart cranberries, creamy ricotta, and a drizzle of honey for a perfect balance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, honey, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and brush each piece generously with the honey mixture.
- Scatter cranberries evenly around and on top of the chicken.
- Bake for 25 minutes, then remove from oven and dollop ricotta cheese evenly over each chicken breast.
- Return to oven and bake an additional 10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad. You can also substitute ricotta with cream cheese for a richer texture.