Best 17 Chicken With Cranberries Recipes

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Chicken with cranberries is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a simple weeknight meal or a festive holiday dish, there's a recipe out there to suit your needs. With its sweet and tangy flavor, cranberries add a unique twist to classic chicken dishes, while also providing a healthy dose of vitamins and antioxidants.

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

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.

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

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.

EASY CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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Chicken breasts baked in a mixture of cranberry sauce, Ranch-style salad dressing and dry onion soup mix. Four ingredients! Mix, pour and bake! This Cranberry Chicken is a cinch!

Provided by Alice Daniels

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (16 ounce) can cranberry sauce
1 (8 ounce) bottle Ranch-style salad dressing
½ packet dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, salad dressing and dry onion soup mix. Blend together until well mixed, then pour mixture over chicken.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.3 calories, Carbohydrate 32.9 g, Cholesterol 79.3 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 742.2 mg, Sugar 30 g

RACHEL'S CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD



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This is a great sandwich filling that they make at the diner in the hospital where I work, but I fancied it up a bit with some green onions and pecans. A great way to use up leftover chicken. Delicious!

Provided by Rachel Mehl

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cooked chicken breast halves, chopped
½ cup mayonnaise, or to taste
2 green onions, chopped
½ cup sweetened dried cranberries (such as Ocean Spray® Craisins®)
¼ green apple, shredded
¼ cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 pinch salt and black pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon dried dill weed

Steps:

  • Mix together the chicken and mayonnaise in a bowl, stir to coat well, then stir in the green onions, dried cranberries, apple, pecans, lime juice, salt, pepper, and dill weed. Serve immediately, or refrigerate several hours or overnight (the flavor just gets better).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 46.1 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 14.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 187.1 mg, Sugar 11.4 g

CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Herbs give the sauce a savory flavor, a nice complement to the tartness of the berries.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 bone-in chicken breasts (8 ounces each)
1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup cranberries
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cornstarch (mixed with 1 tablespoon water)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Rub evenly under chicken skin. Place on a rimmed baking sheet; roast skin side up until skin is golden brown and meat is cooked through, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt remaining tablespoon butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 8 minutes. Add sage and remaining 1/2 teaspoon thyme; cook 1 minute. Add broth; simmer until reduced to 1 1/2 cups, 10 to 15 minutes. Strain mixture; return to saucepan.
  • Add cranberries and sugar; boil until berries burst, 5 to 8 minutes. Whisk in cornstarch mixture; return to a boil. Cook until slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat (sauce will thicken as it stands). Season with salt and pepper. To serve, spoon sauce over chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 38 g

CROCK POT CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRIES



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A nice easy dish for those busy days around the holidays. Put this on before going shopping and dinner is waiting when you get home! Serve with rice or couscous and a veggie. Boneless chicken thighs could be used also. EDITED TO ADD: The 6 hour cooking time is based on my very old crockpot, but I have noticed my newer crockpot cooks hotter, so 4 hours on low may be plenty.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 6h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 small onion, chopped
1 cup fresh cranberries (may be frozen-don't thaw)
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients, except flour and water, in the crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on LOW 4-6 hours (depending on how hot your pot runs), until chicken is tender.
  • Mix flour with cold water and add to pot in the last 15 to 20 minutes and cook until thickened.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings.

CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRIES



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This is a really nice recipe I found at All Recipe and changed a few things. I made this in my electric frypan; so handy,so easy,healthy and so good. I served it with rice and green beans.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon onion soup base
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup frozen cranberries
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 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 onion soup base, cinnamon,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.
  • Tip:.
  • I made it with Light Becel intead of butter.
  • I used frozen but fresh cranberries work.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.3, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 90.8, Sodium 482.2, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 5, Protein 26.1

SLOW-COOKER CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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I've been married for 42 years and have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. I love to collect cookbooks and try new recipes. This dish is delicious, easy and good when served with rice and a vegetable side dish. Everyone in the family loves it!-Edith Holliday, Flushing, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 cup barbecue sauce
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, onion, celery, salt and pepper; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender. Serve with rice. Freeze option: Cover and freeze cooled chicken and sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Reheat in a foil-lined 13x9-in. baking dish in a preheated 325° oven until heated through, covering if necessary to prevent excess browning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 471 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 104mg cholesterol, Sodium 791mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRIES



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Canadian Living Magazine Nov/03 Issue. Chicken is good partnered with tart fruits such as cranberries, especially in a well spiced sauce. Serve with rice or bread.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 lbs chicken pieces, skinned
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper flakes
1 cup fresh cranberries (or frozen)
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
5 slices oranges, halved
2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/4 cup of fresh mint, chopped or 1 tablespoon dried mint

Steps:

  • in a ziplock bag, toss chicken with flour and coat well, reserve remaining flour.
  • in a large nonstick skillet heat half of the olive oil over med-high heat. brown chicken, for about 10 minutes. transfer chicken to plate, pour off fat in pan.
  • add remaining olive oil to pan, reduce heat to medium, add onions, garlic, coriander, cinnamon, black pepper, and hot pepper flakes, cook stirring occasionally until onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
  • sprinkle in reserved flour, cook stirring for 1 minute.
  • stir in cranberries, stock, orange juice, sugar and salt, bring to a boil.
  • return chicken to pan, and arrange orange slices over chicken.
  • reduce heat, cover and simmer occasionally spooning sauce over hicken until juices run clear when chicken is pierced, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  • when done, sprinkle with mint.
  • Optional: mix yogurt with mint and server over chicken for those who prefer less spiciness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.6, Fat 26.5, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 106.8, Sodium 429.4, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 6.2, Protein 28.2

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.

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

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 :

CRANBERRY CHICKEN II



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This baked dish is a little French, a little fruity, a little sweet, a little tart and A LOT delicious!

Provided by KMSMOKEY

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (16 ounce) can whole cranberry sauce
2 (1 ounce) packages dry onion soup mix
1 cup French dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken in 9x13 inch baking dish. Mix cranberry sauce, soup mix and salad dressing and pour mixture over chicken. Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.8 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 1511.9 mg, Sugar 30.5 g

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

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH PECANS AND CRANBERRIES



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I will admit that I am definitely conjuring up some of those holiday flavors (and colors) I love so much. This recipe can be a simple change from a Thanksgiving turkey or a great Christmas or holiday dinner. The crunch of the pecans is an incredible contrast to the softness of the cranberries. The cranberries are tart and they bring out the flavors of the roasted chicken and the pecan butter. With the complexity of holiday dinners and menu planning, something as simple and wonderful as a roasted chicken prepared with pecans and cranberries can be such a refreshing change! Placing nut butter under the skin of the chicken while it cooks helps to reinforce the nut flavor while keeping the meat extra moist. The chicken is roasted then carved and served with a pecan studded cranberry relish. Simple and delicious - the perfect combination.

Provided by Fisher Nuts

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup chopped Fisher® Chef's Naturals Pecans, divided
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 sprigs fresh thyme, stems removed
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 whole chicken, about 4 pounds, gutted
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
12 ounces fresh cranberries
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F Place the pecans on a baking sheet and place in the oven. Roast until they are browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from the oven to cool; set aside.
  • Combine butter, ¼ cup pecans and thyme leaves in a small dish.
  • Loosen skin from breast and legs of chicken. Place ½ of butter mixture in a thin layer under the skin. Rub the oil on the outside of the chicken. Season the outside and inside cavity with salt and pepper. Arrange the chicken, breast side up, in a roasting pan with a rack. Roast for 55 to 60 minutes or until the juices from the thickest part of the thigh run clear and a meat thermometer inserted at that point registers 165°F Remove from the oven and allow to rest 10-15 minutes before carving.
  • Prepare the cranberry relish: While the chicken is cooking, combine the cranberries, sugar, orange juice and ½ cup water in a medium saucepan, bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the cranberries start to burst, 8-10 minutes. Strain the cranberries out and reduce the cooking liquid for 2-3 minutes over medium heat or until it becomes syrupy. Stir in the red wine vinegar. Pour the liquid over the cranberries and stir in ¼ cup pecans.
  • Arrange the dish: Melt the remaining butter mixture in the microwave on HIGH heat for 20 to 30 seconds. Carve the chicken into pieces and pour a little of the pecan butter on each pieces and arrange them on a platter with the cranberry relish. Sprinkle with remaining ¼ cup pecans. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.5, Fat 47.6, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 182.9, Sodium 251.5, Carbohydrate 60, Fiber 3, Sugar 54.2, Protein 38.6

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe cranberries: Fresh cranberries are plump and deep red in color. Avoid cranberries that are wrinkled or have soft spots.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods: Cranberries can be roasted, baked, simmered, or even used in raw dishes like salads. Experiment with different methods to find your favorite way to enjoy them.
  • Don't be afraid to mix and match flavors: Cranberries pair well with a variety of flavors, including sweet, tart, and savory. Try them with roasted chicken, pork, or turkey. You can also add them to salads, stuffings, and even desserts.
  • Make ahead: Many cranberry dishes can be made ahead of time, making them a great option for busy weeknights. Simply cook the cranberries according to the recipe and then store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Cranberries are a versatile and delicious fruit that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you're looking for a sweet or savory dish, there's a cranberry recipe out there for you. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy this tart and tangy fruit, give one of these recipes a try.

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