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Cranberry sauce chicken is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the savory richness of chicken. The result is a vibrant and delicious meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a special dinner recipe or a quick and easy weeknight meal, cranberry sauce chicken is sure to please. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE



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You don't have to eat bland-looking or tasting food just because you're eating light. For this elegant entree, golden chicken is coated in a pretty cranberry sauce with impressive flavor. Created by our Test Kitchen, it's ready in a matter of minutes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1-3/4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper. Coat chicken with flour mixture. In a nonstick skillet, cook chicken in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°. Remove chicken and keep warm. , In the same skillet, bring broth to a boil; scrape up any browned bits. Stir in the cranberries, brown sugar, vinegar and remaining salt. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into cranberry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Return chicken to the pan and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 602mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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 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

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 SAUCE CHICKEN II



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Chicken thighs or breasts baked with a tangy cranberry/onion/salad dressing sauce. Makes a simple, different dinner. Super easy and delicious!

Provided by Honda

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Thigh Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 chicken thighs
1 (16 ounce) can cranberry sauce
1 (8 ounce) bottle Russian-style salad dressing
1 packet dry onion soup mix

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place chicken pieces in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. In a large bowl combine the cranberry sauce, salad dressing and soup mix and mix well. Coat chicken pieces with this mixture.
  • Cover dish and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Remove cover for the last 15 minutes of baking time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.4 g, Cholesterol 67.7 mg, Fat 20.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 828.4 mg, Sugar 31.4 g

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

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.

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

3 INGREDIENT CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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This recipe sounds crazy, but it totally works. The sauce is neither too sweet nor too salty. Yummy and pretty enough for company. Easy and uses ingredients I always have on hand. You can use less chicken and the same amount of sauce ingredients; just use a smaller baking dish so sauce doesn't burn. Good served with rice to soak up all that delicious sauce. If you don't have whole berry sauce, jellied sauce works too. I've sometimes added some dried cranberries for visual interest, but they're not necessary.

Provided by Deb Wolf

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
1 (14 -16 ounce) can whole berry cranberry sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Spray a 13x9" baking dish with non-stick.
  • Combine soup mix and cranberry sauce.
  • Place chicken in prepared dish; cover with sauce.
  • Cover and bake 25 minutes; remove cover and bake 15 minutes longer or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367.4, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 585, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 25.5, Protein 30.8

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.

OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRY SAUCE



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This tender dish pairs a crisp coating of herbs and breadcrumbs with sweet-tart cranberries, creating a lean and satisfying entree. Donna Noel - Gray, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings (1 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon each dried oregano, thyme and rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
SAUCE:
1 cup jellied cranberry sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, wheat germ, garlic and seasonings. Add chicken, one piece at a time, and shake to coat. Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray., Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°, turning once., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring cranberry sauce to a boil. Remove from the heat; whisk in the lime juice, vinegar and mustard. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 182mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

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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"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 :

CHICKEN WITH CRANBERRY-DIJON MUSTARD SAUCE



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The cranberry- Dijon mustard sauce was originally a dip recipe found on oceanspray.com and switched to a sauce for chicken. Recipe #188835 is identical to the way I prepare homemade cranberry sauce. I try to keep a bag of frozen whole cranberries on hand for these type of recipes. Super easy for a weeknight meal.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless (other cuts of chicken ok)
grapeseed oil, for frying
salt and black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade, please! see recipe link above^^)
1 1/2 tablespoons stone ground dijon mustard
1 tablespoon brown sugar
fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine sauce ingredients in a small mixing bowl, stirring until blended. Set aside.
  • Pound the chicken pieces to a uniform 1/2" thickness.
  • In a large frying pan, heat up the oil on medium-high heat and season the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook on both sides until golden brown, approximately 10 minutes.
  • Spoon the cranberry-Dijon sauce evenly over the chicken.
  • Cover pan and reduce heat to simmer. Cook approximately 30 minutes or until chicken is tender and cooked through.
  • Garnish chicken with fresh parsley.
  • Serving suggestion: if you want, slice up the chicken and arrange on a serving platter.

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH APPLE-CRANBERRY SAUCE



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From a magazine but not sure which one. I had ripped it out and stuffed it in a recipe box. Recipe says that it's good with mashed potatoes and green beans. Looks colorful in the photo.

Provided by Oolala

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, about 4 oz. each
1 tablespoon vegetable oil, for the chicken
1 teaspoon vegetable oil, for the sauce
2 apples, halved, cored, each half cut into 8 wedges
1 cup canned whole cranberry sauce
1/2 cup apple cider or 1/2 cup apple juice, can also use chicken broth

Steps:

  • Mix four, salt and pepper on waxed paper or a plate.
  • Rub mustard all over the chicken, then coat in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  • Heat 1 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chicken and cook 4 minutes per side or until browned and opaque in center.
  • Remove to a serving platter; cover loosely to keep warm.
  • Heat 1 teaspoons oil in skillet, add apples and cook, stirring often, 4 minutes or until slightly softened.
  • Add cranberry sauce and cider; stir until boiling.
  • Serve over the chicken.

BAKED CRANBERRY CHICKEN



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I got this recipe from my Aunt, who was a nun, and this was made at her convent. It's just a really surprisingly delicious chicken and sauce recipe!

Provided by justme 3

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 -8 chicken thighs
1 (15 ounce) can jellied cranberry sauce
1 (1 ounce) package dry onion soup mix
1 cup French dressing

Steps:

  • Skin the chicken thighs.
  • Spray baking dish with pam (9 x 12).
  • Put chicken thighs in pan.
  • Mix together cranberry sauce, onion soup mix, and french dressing. (It will be kind of thick).
  • Cover chicken thighs with cranberry mixture.
  • Bake in 350 degree oven for one to one and one half hours.
  • Serve over mashed potatoes, or rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 765.1, Fat 50, SaturatedFat 9.8, Cholesterol 118.8, Sodium 1229.7, Carbohydrate 55.4, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 51.7, Protein 25.6

Tips:

  • For a tangy and flavorful sauce, use a combination of fresh and dried cranberries.
  • Add a little bit of orange or lemon zest to brighten up the sauce.
  • If you don't have cranberry sauce, you can substitute with a mixture of ketchup and brown sugar.
  • For a crispy chicken, fry it in a pan with hot oil until golden brown.
  • If you don't have time to fry the chicken, you can bake it in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • Serve the chicken with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.

Conclusion:

Cranberry sauce chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The tangy and flavorful sauce pairs perfectly with the crispy chicken, and the dish can be served with a variety of sides. Whether you are looking for a new recipe to try or you are just looking for a way to use up leftover cranberry sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

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