Creating Skillet Cranberry Orange Chicken is easy with these concise steps:

1. Prep the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season them with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and grated ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Combine Ingredients: Add the cranberries, orange juice, honey (or maple syrup), and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir well.
6. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Return Chicken to the Pan: Place the cooked chicken back in the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
8. Add Zest: Remove from heat and stir in some orange zest for an extra burst of flavor.
9. Serve: Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and drizzle any remaining sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives.

These steps ensure you create a delicious and enticing Skillet Cranberry Orange Chicken with minimal effort.