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Cranberry Chicken

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This Cranberry Chicken is a sweet, tangy, and savory baked dish made with chicken, cranberry sauce, Russian dressing, and onion soup mix. It’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and festive occasions, offering rich flavor with minimal prep time.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

2 ½ pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs

8 ounces Russian salad dressing

14 ounces whole berry cranberry sauce (about 1 ½ cups)

1 ounce dry onion soup mix (1 packet)

1 tablespoon seasoned salt (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold the chicken pieces in a single layer.
  3. Place chicken breasts or thighs in the dish and season with seasoned salt.
  4. In a medium bowl, mix the Russian dressing, cranberry sauce, and dry onion soup mix until well combined.
  5. Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken, coating each piece thoroughly.
  6. Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
  7. Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Spoon sauce over chicken for extra flavor.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness or chicken tenders for quicker cooking.

Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicier kick.

Mix in orange marmalade for a citrusy flavor twist.

This dish can also be made in a slow cooker: cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion (about 6 oz chicken with sauce)
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 29g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg