Best 7 Catalina Dressing Chicken Recipes

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**Catalina Dressing Chicken: A Tangy and Versatile Dish**

Catalina dressing chicken is a delightful dish that combines the tangy and slightly sweet flavors of Catalina dressing with tender, juicy chicken. This versatile dish can be prepared in a variety of ways, making it a perfect option for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish to serve at a party, Catalina dressing chicken is sure to please. This article includes two enticing recipes for Catalina dressing chicken: a classic baked version and a flavorful grilled version. Both recipes are easy to follow and result in a delicious and satisfying meal. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to tantalize your taste buds with the irresistible flavors of Catalina dressing chicken!

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CATALINA CHICKEN BREASTS



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Deliver exquisite flavor with CATALINA Chicken Breasts. CATALINA Chicken Breasts use a mix of Kraft Classic CATALINA Dressing, apricot jam & onion soup.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tsp. oil
6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.)
1/2 cup KRAFT Classic CATALINA Dressing
1/2 cup apricot jam
3 Tbsp. (about 1/2 of 1-oz. pkt.) onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 4 min. on each side or until browned on both sides. Transfer chicken to 3-qt. casserole.
  • Mix dressing, jam and soup mix; pour over chicken.
  • Bake 35 to 40 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 530 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 19 g, Protein 25 g

CATALINA-CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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Got chicken burnout? Try our cranberry chicken recipe to revive your faith in poultry. This CATALINA-Cranberry Chicken is tart, tangy & perfect over rice.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 bone-in chicken breasts (4 lb.)
1 can (16 oz.) whole berry cranberry sauce
1 bottle (8 oz.) KRAFT Classic CATALINA Dressing
1 env. (2 oz.) onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Place chicken in 2 (13x9-inch) baking dishes.
  • Mix remaining ingredients; pour over chicken.
  • Bake 50 min. or until chicken is done (165°F).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 1030 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 40 g

CATALINA CHICKEN - EASY!



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Who doesn't enjoy a recipe that's SIMPLE, yet tastes fabulous? This one fits the bill, on both counts...

Provided by Terrie Hoelscher

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 oz catalina salad dressing
1 pkg onion soup mix
1/3 c apricot jam
8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375°.
  • 2. Mix together the Catalina dressing, onion soup mix, and apricot jam. Stir to blend well; set aside.
  • 3. Use a meat mallet to pound the thawed (if previously frozen) chicken breasts. This allows for uniformity in thickness for better cooking, and also makes the breasts very tender and delicious.
  • 4. Arrange chicken breasts - touching - in an ungreased 13 x 9" baking pan. Pour dressing mixture over all chicken. Bake for approx. 30 minutes, until juices run clear, and the breasts have a nice 'glazed' appearance.
  • 5. Serve with rice and a nice salad or pretty green vegetable!

CATALINA CHICKEN



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Using Catalina salad dressing to make this family favorite helps keep the prep time to only 10 minutes. I like to spoon extra sauce over the baked chicken just before serving. - Frances Roberts, Silver Spring, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/4 cup Catalina salad dressing
4-1/2 teaspoons onion soup mix
1 tablespoon grape jelly

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, brown chicken in oil. Transfer to a shallow baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine the salad dressing, soup mix and jelly; pour over chicken. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

HOMEMADE CATALINA DRESSING



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With a few ingredients from your cupboard you can make this easy yummy dressing. This is so simple and tastes like store-bought, but a little better. It's better because it's homemade and homemade always tastes better! Use this as a marinade, in cooking, or on a salad!

Provided by samy

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup white sugar
½ cup red wine vinegar
½ cup canola oil
¼ cup ketchup
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried celery flakes
½ teaspoon salt-free Italian seasoning blend (such as Mrs. Dash® Italian Medley)

Steps:

  • Blend sugar, red wine vinegar, canola oil, ketchup, paprika, onion powder, celery flakes, and seasoning blend together in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 85.5 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

CATALINA DRESSING



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Making homemade salad dressing is so easy. I love that this Catalina dressing recipe is made without preservatives and I get to control the ingredients that go in it. Don't miss these other

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2/3 cup ketchup
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon paprika
Dash ground turmeric
Dash cayenne pepper
1/2 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • Place the first ten ingredients in blender. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 5g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

EASY CATALINA BAKED CHICKEN



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This is a super easy chicken recipe that uses bottled Catalina (sometimes called California French) salad dressing. I use Kraft reduced fat Catalina.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
8 ounces reduced-fat catalina dressing
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons brown sugar
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Lightly grease/spray a 13" x 9" baking dish.
  • Place chicken in prepared baking dish.
  • In a bowl, combine Catalina dressing, onions, worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar; mix very well.
  • Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 45-55 minutes or until juices run clear.

Tips:

  • To make your chicken more flavorful, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, lime juice, and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Be sure to cook the chicken over medium heat so that it cooks evenly and doesn't dry out.
  • If you want a crispy skin, cook the chicken in a pan with a little bit of oil until the skin is golden brown. Then, transfer the chicken to a baking dish and finish cooking it in the oven.
  • For a healthier version of this dish, you can use grilled chicken instead of fried chicken.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Catalina dressing chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its tangy and sweet flavor, this dressing is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty recipe, give this one a try.

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