Best 15 Cranberry Chicken I Recipes

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In the realm of culinary delights, few dishes can rival the tantalizing harmony of cranberry and chicken. This dynamic duo, when combined, orchestrates a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds and leave you yearning for more. With its vibrant crimson hue and slightly tart flavor, the cranberry acts as a perfect foil to the succulent, savory chicken, creating a culinary experience that is both visually appealing and immensely satisfying. Whether you prefer the rustic charm of a classic roasted chicken adorned with a tangy cranberry glaze or the elegant sophistication of a chicken fricassee infused with the essence of cranberries, this article will guide you through a delectable journey, revealing the secrets to crafting the most exquisite cranberry chicken dishes that will impress even the most discerning palates.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

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

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 :

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

TENDER CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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Tender baked chicken gets dressed for the holidays with a chunky spiced fruit sauce in this recipe shared by field editor Linda Rock of Stratford, Wisconsin.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds)
1 can (14 ounces) whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes., Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients. Spoon over chicken. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes longer or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 6g fat, Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY CHICKEN DINNER



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This meal in one pan combines chicken breasts with frozen sugar snap peas and leftover spiced cranberry sauce. For an easy dinner anytime, use a can of whole-berry cranberry sauce instead. "I prepared this over the holidays and it was so good," writes Sally Huzyak of Incline Village, Nevada.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups frozen pearl onions
2 cups frozen sugar snap peas
4 bone-in chicken breast halves
1-1/2 cups Sugar 'n' Spice Cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup olive oil
1 envelope onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Arrange the onions and peas in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Top with chicken. Combine the cranberries, pecans, oil and soup mix; spoon over chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 649 calories, Fat 28g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CRANBERRY SAUCE CHICKEN I



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Chicken breasts baked with an onion cranberry sauce for a simple, sweet and tangy dinner. A great company dish to serve with hot, fluffy white rice.

Provided by phaylock

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 ¼ cups cranberry sauce
1 packet dry onion soup mix
½ cup French-style salad dressing
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 pinch ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Arrange chicken in an 11x17 inch baking dish. In a medium bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, soup mix, salad dressing, sugar and ground black pepper. Mix well and spoon mixture over chicken.
  • Cover dish and bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 6.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 433.1 mg, Sugar 13.1 g

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.

CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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This is a sweet and tart chicken dish. I found the recipe in Taste of Home October/November 2000. This remains a favorate today.

Provided by Amber of AZ

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 6 chicken breasts

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 large tart apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a 13-in.x 9-in.x 2-in.baking dish coated with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Bake uncovered, at 350 F.for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients.
  • Spoon over chicken.
  • Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes longer or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.3, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 100.8, Carbohydrate 45, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 39.8, Protein 28.6

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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got this recipe from a great ...but now closed restaurant in philadelphia pa. this is an elegant but easy and delicious. a great show off recipe

Provided by rustyb

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 boneless chicken breasts
3 stale kaiser rolls or 3 stale bread (for stuffing or you can use stove top or similar)
3/4 cup butter
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup water
oregano
basil
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 (15 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce
2 fluid ounces Grand Marnier (orange flavored liquer you can substitute triple sec if necessary but you will need about 3 oz)

Steps:

  • prepare stuffing using the stale bread or rolls,oregano,basil, and 1/2 cup of butter and milk by mixing together to a moist consistency.
  • seperate stuffing into 4 portions on a greased baking sheet and top with a chicken breast.
  • melt the remaining 1/4 cup of butter and brush lightly on top of the chicken bake in 350 degree oven for 15 min.
  • while the chicken is baking mix the cranberry sauce and water and slowly heat in a saucepan or microwave till it is liquid add the cinnamon and grand marnier and simmer a few min to allow flavors to blend.
  • pour on top of partially baked chicken and return to oven for about another 20 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 853.6, Fat 50.5, SaturatedFat 26.4, Cholesterol 186.4, Sodium 608.1, Carbohydrate 65.6, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 41.4, Protein 35.6

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 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

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

TART CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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My husband loves chicken when it's nice and moist, as in this autumn recipe. I serve it over hot rice with a salad and warm rolls. The ruby red sauce has a wonderful sweet-tart flavor. -Dorothy Bateman, Carver, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

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

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt and pepper; dredge chicken. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Brown the chicken on both sides. Remove and keep warm. , Add water, cranberries, brown sugar, nutmeg and, if desired, vinegar to the pan; cook and stir until the berries burst, about 5 minutes. Return chicken to skillet. Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until chicken is tender, basting occasionally with the sauce. Serve with rice. Freeze option: Place chicken in freezer containers; top with sauce. If desired, place rice in separate freezer containers. Cool and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through, gently stirring and adding a little water to chicken if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate, Fiber 28g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they will not have the same tartness and sweetness as fresh cranberries.
  • Cook the chicken until it is cooked through. The chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius).
  • Do not overcook the chicken or it will become dry. Overcooked chicken is tough and chewy.
  • Make sure the sauce is thickened before serving. The sauce should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  • Serve the chicken with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. Cranberry chicken is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of side dishes.

Conclusion:

Cranberry chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tartness of the cranberries complements the sweetness of the chicken, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are some additional tips for making cranberry chicken:

  • If you don't have fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries. Just thaw them before using.
  • You can also use other fruits in this recipe, such as apples, pears, or oranges.
  • If you want a thicker sauce, you can add a cornstarch slurry to the sauce. To make a cornstarch slurry, mix equal parts cornstarch and water until smooth. Then, stir the slurry into the sauce until it thickens.
  • Serve cranberry chicken with your favorite side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

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