Description

This Cranberry Maple Glazed Chicken Melt combines sweet and savory flavors with a delicious glaze, topped with melted cheese and served on toasted bread. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion!

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

– 1 cup cranberry juice

– 1/2 cup maple syrup

– 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

– 1 teaspoon garlic powder

– Salt and pepper to taste

– 4 slices of your favorite cheese (Swiss or cheddar recommended)

– 4 slices of bread (sourdough or whole grain)

– Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

2. 1. In a bowl, mix the cranberry juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

3. 2. Place the chicken breasts in a skillet over medium heat.

4. 3. Pour the cranberry-maple mixture over the chicken and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through.

5. 4. Once the chicken is done, place a slice of cheese on top of each breast and cover the skillet until melted.

6. 5. Toast the slices of bread in a separate pan or toaster.

7. 6. Assemble the melts by placing the glazed chicken on the toasted bread and drizzling with extra glaze if desired.

8. 7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

– For additional flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the cranberry-maple mixture for a few hours before cooking.

– This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.

– Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: 🍰 SWEET HEAT FUSION
Method: Pan-frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 melt
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 75mg