Best 9 Best Cranberry Chicken Recipes

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Satisfy your taste buds with a culinary journey through the tantalizing world of cranberry chicken dishes. Our collection of recipes offers a delightful symphony of flavors, combining the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the savory richness of chicken. Embark on a culinary adventure as you explore succulent chicken breasts smothered in a luscious cranberry sauce, tantalizing chicken thighs roasted with a medley of cranberries and herbs, and delectable chicken drumsticks glazed with a sticky-sweet cranberry glaze. Each recipe promises a unique flavor profile that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DUMP-AND-BAKE CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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This 5-ingredient Dump-and-Bake Cranberry Chicken is a cozy, easy dinner recipe that's perfect for cool nights!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 lbs. total)
8 ounces (about 1 cup) French, Russian or Catalina salad dressing
1 (14 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 (1 ounce) packet dry onion soup mix seasoning
Zest from ½ of an orange

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray. Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Place chicken in the prepared dish. In a separate bowl, stir together salad dressing, cranberry sauce, dry onion soup mix seasoning and orange zest. Pour sauce over chicken.
  • Cover tightly and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the cover and return to the oven for 15 more minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Spoon sauce over chicken and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 of the recipe, Calories 543.6 kcal, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Protein 52.5 g, Fat 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Cholesterol 132 mg, Sodium 775.8 mg, Fiber 1.3 g, Sugar 28.9 g

CRANBERRY CHICKEN I



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This is an incredibly easy recipe - and delicious! Just mix it up before going to work, then pop it in the oven when you get home in the evening. The sauce that forms while baking tastes great on rice.

Provided by Heather

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 9h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 ½ (1 ounce) packages dry onion soup mix
1 (16 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 cup French dressing

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts in a glass or non-reactive baking dish.
  • Stir the onion soup mix, cranberry sauce, and French dressing together in a bowl until well blended. Pour over the chicken breasts. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 8 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Remove plastic wrap from the baking dish, and cover loosely with aluminum foil.
  • Bake chicken in preheated oven until top is bubbly and slightly browned, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 22.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1087.4 mg, Sugar 35.5 g

BEST CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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My mom found this recipe years ago, and now it's become a cheap and easy weeknight favorite at my house.

Provided by misscarolb

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
3 pounds chicken thighs
⅔ cup ketchup
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
1 (8 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place the butter and onion in a 9x13 inch baking dish, and bake in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, about 15 minutes. Remove the dish from the oven, push the onion over to one end, and place the chicken thighs in the dish in a single layer. Return to the oven and bake for about 25 minutes.
  • Stir together the ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, mustard powder, and cranberry sauce in a bowl. Remove the chicken from the oven, and scoop the cooked onions into the cranberry mixture. Spoon the mixture over the chicken thighs, and return to the oven.
  • Bake until the cranberry mixture is slightly caramelized and the chicken is done, about 20 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526 calories, Carbohydrate 33.8 g, Cholesterol 146.4 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 38.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 450.4 mg, Sugar 27.5 g

CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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"If you're looking for something fast but different for dinner, try this unique entree," suggests Brigitte Schaller. The Flemington, Missouri cook combines chili sauce, brown sugar and cranberry sauce to give the tender chicken a welcome zip.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons butter
1-1/3 cups chili sauce
3/4 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
4-1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard
Hot cooked rice or noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the chicken and onion in butter until chicken is no longer pink. Add the chili sauce, cranberry sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Serve over rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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You don't have to wait until the fall to enjoy delicious cranberry flavor. By using a canned sauce, you can get the flavor no matter what time of year.-Kay Simpson, Hull, Quebec

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup diced onion
1/2 cup diced celery
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 cup bottled barbecue sauce

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper; brown in a skillet in butter. Remove the chicken to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. In the drippings, saute onion and celery until tender. Add cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce; mix well. Pour over chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1-1/2 hours, basting every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRIES



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When cranberries are in season, I like to stock the freezer so I can serve this dish year-round. The sauce's tangy flavor complements the chicken very well.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 cup butter
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1 cup water
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Dash ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper; dredge the chicken. In a large skillet, cook chicken in butter until browned on both sides. Remove chicken and set aside. , In the same skillet, combine the cranberries, water, brown sugar, vinegar and nutmeg; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Place chicken on top; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. To serve, spoon cranberry mixture over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 291mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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It is fast easy and delicious. It is great for potlucks and if company drops in. 1 dish easy clean up and the whole family will love it and ask for seconds so next time you will have to double the recipe.

Provided by jo13632

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (35 g) package onion soup mix
1 (454 g) can cranberries (whole or jelly)
1 (250 ml) bottle Russian salad dressing (regular or light)

Steps:

  • Make sure you grease your dish first.
  • Mix onion soup cranberries and Russian dressing in greased dish and then add and mix the chicken you can cut the chicken in strips or chunks if you want.
  • Once chicken is completely covered arrange chicken in sauce so it is not over lapping and bake in pre heated oven@ 350 degrees for 1 hour un covered.
  • Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.1, Fat 20.2, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 1575.2, Carbohydrate 40.2, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 16.4, Protein 26.6

CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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There are quite a few recipes for Cranberry Chicken, but this one is a little different. I love this chicken! I cook on low in crock pot for at least 6 hours, the yummmy scent fills the house. From Recipetips.com

Provided by True Texas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

10 pieces chicken breasts (skinless)
15 ounces whole berry cranberry sauce (1 can)
3/4 ounce dry onion soup mix (1 envelope)
8 ounces Catalina dressing (fat free)
fresh rosemary, a few needles from the sprig (optional)
1/4 cup dried cranberries (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • Mix onion soup, whole cranberry relish and Catalina salad dressing together in a bowl.
  • Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the baking dish and pour the cranberry mixture over the chicken. Sprinkle a little fresh rosemary and dried cranberries over the chicken, if desired.
  • Cover the dish and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the cover and bake an additional 15-20 minutes. Serve.

SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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This is a delicious and easy way to prepare chicken breasts. I like to serve the cooked sauce over mashed potatoes or rice.

Provided by momof2boys

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (16 ounce) bottle Catalina salad dressing
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 envelope onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour the salad dressing, cranberry sauce, and onion soup mix over the chicken.
  • Cook on Low 4 to 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 739.8 calories, Carbohydrate 70.5 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 41 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1810.3 mg, Sugar 49.8 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right cranberry sauce: Not all cranberry sauces are created equal. For the best flavor, look for a sauce that is made with fresh cranberries and has a tart-sweet balance. You can also make your own cranberry sauce from scratch using a simple recipe.
  • Use a quality chicken: The type of chicken you use will also affect the flavor of the dish. Choose a free-range, organic chicken for the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving: Letting the chicken rest before serving allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
  • Serve the chicken with a variety of sides: Cranberry chicken can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad. You can also serve it with a dollop of sour cream or gravy.

Conclusion:

Cranberry chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. By following these tips, you can make a cranberry chicken dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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