Description
Indulge in the festive flavors of Low Carb Sweet and Savory Christmas Chicken, a delightful dish that effortlessly combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with aromatic herbs like rosemary and thyme. This quick, 30-minute recipe is perfect for any holiday gathering or cozy family dinner, making it an ideal centerpiece that is both visually stunning and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut in half lengthwise)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup Swerve confectioner’s sugar substitute
- 2 sprigs thyme (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine cranberries, water, Swerve, and two sprigs of thyme. Simmer until cranberries burst.
- Lightly mash the cranberries to create a chunky sauce and set aside to cool.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in the skillet for about 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Stir sugar-free maple syrup into cooled cranberry sauce and drizzle over chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg