Best 2 Beautiful Holiday Chicken Recipes

With the holiday season approaching, many of us are looking for the perfect recipe to make a beautiful and delicious holiday chicken. Whether you're hosting a large gathering or having a quiet dinner with family, a perfectly cooked chicken is the centerpiece of any holiday feast.

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

HOLIDAY CHICKEN

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Make and share this Holiday Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/4 cup butter
1 bag fresh spinach, cooked and well drained
4 ounces cream cheese with herbs (I like Rondele)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
2 eggs, beaten
1 package Ritz cracker, crushed (sleeve)

Steps:

Melt butter in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Lay 4 chicken breasts, not in the baking dish, and top with 1/4 of the spinach and 1 oz of the cheese on each breast.
Place another chicken breast on top of each one and press down.
Mix together the flour, salt and nutmeg and then dip the breast"sandwiches" in the mixture, then in the eggs, and then in the cracker crumbs.
Place in the baking dish and keep each sandwich from touching.
Bake at 500 for 15 minutes, or until completely cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455.3, Fat 17.1, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 273.1, Sodium 561.1, Carbohydrate 12.2, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.3, Protein 59.4

CHRISTMAS DAY CHICKEN

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I've been fixing this delicious chicken for Christmas dinner for over 10 years. It's convenient since you refrigerate it overnight, then simply coat with crumbs and bake. It comes out crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. -Marcia Larson, Batavia, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

16 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 cups sour cream
1/4 cup lemon juice
4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons celery salt
2 teaspoons pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1-1/2 to 2 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers
1/2 cup canola oil
1/2 cup butter, melted

Steps:

Place the chicken in 2 large shallow bowls. In another bowl, combine the sour cream, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Pour over chicken; turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Drain and discard marinade. Coat chicken with cracker crumbs; place in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. , Combine oil and butter; drizzle over chicken. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 464mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

Choose the right chicken: For the best results, use a whole chicken that weighs between 3 and 4 pounds. A larger chicken will take longer to cook and may not cook evenly.
Prepare the chicken properly: Rinse the chicken inside and out with cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Remove any excess fat or skin, and truss the chicken if desired. This will help the chicken cook evenly and prevent it from drying out.
Season the chicken generously: Use a variety of herbs and spices to season the chicken, both inside and out. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken and make it more appealing.
Roast the chicken at a high temperature: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and roast the chicken for 15 minutes. This will help to brown the skin and seal in the juices.
Reduce the oven temperature and continue roasting: After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and continue roasting the chicken for 1 hour to 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Let the chicken rest before carving: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more tender and flavorful bird.

Conclusion:

Using the above tips, you can roast a beautiful holiday chicken that is sure to impress your family and friends. Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or stuffing, for a complete and satisfying meal. With a little planning and effort, you can create a delicious and memorable holiday feast that everyone will enjoy.