GARLIC CRANBERRY CHICKEN

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Healthy cranberries add a burst of sweetness to this savory, garlicy chicken dish. -Lesley Pew, Lynn, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

8 green onions, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1 whole garlic bulb, cloves separated and peeled
1 bay leaf
1-1/2 cups white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
6 bone-in chicken breast halves (7 ounces each)
SAUCE:
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup boiling water
4-1/2 teaspoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 cup fat-free half-and-half

Steps:

  • Place the onions, celery, carrots, cranberries, garlic and bay leaf in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Add wine or broth. Combine the salt, pepper and basil; sprinkle over chicken. Place over vegetable mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 70-80 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Remove chicken; keep warm. Strain cooking liquid; discard vegetable mixture. Skim fat from liquid and set aside 1-1/3 cups. , For sauce, place cranberries in a small bowl; add boiling water. Let stand for 3 minutes; drain and discard liquid. Set berries aside., In a nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually whisk in reserved cooking liquid. Bring to a boil; cook 1-2 minutes longer or until thickened. Stir in half-and-half and reserved cranberries; heat through. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 393mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Michelle Swider
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This recipe is a fail. The chicken was dry and the cranberry sauce was too tart. I would not recommend this recipe.


Ayana Davis
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The chicken was a little bland, but the cranberry sauce was delicious. I would recommend adding more seasoning to the chicken.


Aluphe Mpengezi
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and the cranberry sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


funtime 101
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This dish is perfect for a holiday meal. The chicken is juicy and flavorful, and the cranberry sauce adds a festive touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


ZuBaiR SaQiB (Ali)
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This recipe was a waste of time. The chicken was tough and the cranberry sauce was too sweet. I would not recommend this recipe.


Elijah Sherrell
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The chicken was a little dry, but the cranberry sauce was amazing. I would recommend using a different cooking method for the chicken.


Zohair Khan
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I'm not a fan of chicken, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cranberry sauce was delicious and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.


Aaliyah Street
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The chicken was tender and the cranberry sauce was sweet and tangy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Wissam Shamas
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the cranberry sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Deborah Wilson
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I'm not a big fan of cranberries, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. I would definitely make this again.


Obi Michael
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This recipe was a disaster! The chicken was overcooked and the cranberry sauce was too tart. I would not recommend this recipe.


Lakshman Kumar
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The chicken was a little dry, but the cranberry sauce was delicious. I would recommend using a different cooking method for the chicken.


Eddies empire
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the chicken and the cranberry sauce. I will definitely be making this again.


The Doggett Family
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! The cranberry sauce was a nice touch and added a bit of sweetness to the dish. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Zeinab Msheik
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I loved the combination of garlic and cranberries in this dish. The chicken was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was thick and flavorful. I served this with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a delicious meal.


Olatunde Mahamudu
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This Garlic Cranberry Chicken was a hit with my family! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the cranberry sauce added a tangy sweetness that was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.