Welcome, food lovers, to a culinary expedition that will add festive cheer to your kitchen and tantalize your taste buds. We embark on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for "Festive Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken", a dish that weaves together the sweet and tangy flavors of cranberries, the succulent texture of chicken, and the convenience of slow-cooking. This article will guide you through a selection of the most delectable recipes, each promising a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will make your holiday meals truly memorable.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SLOW COOKER CRANBERRY CHICKEN
This is a delicious and easy way to prepare chicken breasts. I like to serve the cooked sauce over mashed potatoes or rice.
Provided by momof2boys
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 4h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour the salad dressing, cranberry sauce, and onion soup mix over the chicken.
- Cook on Low 4 to 6 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 739.8 calories, Carbohydrate 70.5 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 41 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1810.3 mg, Sugar 49.8 g
CROCK POT CRANBERRY CHICKEN
This Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken is super easy and absolutely delicious.
Provided by The Southern Lady Cooks
Categories Main Course
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all the ingredients, mix well, pour over chicken, cook for 4 hours on high or 6 to 8 hours on low. Spoon sauce over chicken before serving.
SLOW-COOKER CRANBERRY CHICKEN
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
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.
CRANBERRY CHICKEN I
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
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
CROCK POT CRANBERRY CHICKEN
Make and share this Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lennie
Categories Chicken Thigh & Leg
Time 8h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place onion in slow cooker, then arrange thighs over onion.
- Combine remaining ingredients together and whisk well; spoon over chicken, making sure to get some on every piece.
- Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours or on High for 3 to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 102.1, Sodium 1013.8, Carbohydrate 30.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 28, Protein 24.8
SLOW-COOKED CRANBERRY HOT WINGS
Cranberry wings remind me of all the wonderful celebrations and parties we've had through the years. My daughter's friends can't get enough of them. -Noreen Danek, Cromwell, Connecticut
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 2h20m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Whisk together first 10 ingredients. For chicken, use a sharp knife to cut through 2 wing joints; discard wing tips. Place wings in a 6-qt. slow cooker; sprinkle with salt. Pour cranberry mixture over top. Cook, covered, on low until tender, 3-4 hours., To serve, remove wings to a 15x10x1-in. pan; arrange in a single layer. Preheat broiler., Transfer cooking juices to a skillet; skim fat. Bring juices to a boil; cook until mixture is reduced by half, 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into juices. Return to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Meanwhile, broil wings 3-4 in. from heat until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes. Brush with glaze before serving. Serve with remaining glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 122mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Select fresh, ripe cranberries for the best flavor and texture.
- Use chicken breasts or thighs, boneless and skinless.
- Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
- Add some chopped onion and celery to the crock pot for extra flavor.
- Use a high-quality chicken broth for the best flavor.
- Add a touch of honey or maple syrup for a subtle sweetness.
- Cook the chicken on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Serve the chicken with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dish.
Conclusion:
This festive crock pot cranberry chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make holiday dish. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the cranberries add a tart and tangy sweetness. This dish is perfect for a holiday party or potluck, and it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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