Christi's Heavenly Catalina Chicken
Get ready to savor a flavor-packed dinner with *Christi's Heavenly Catalina Chicken*, a quick and easy baked chicken recipe that transforms simple ingredients into a show-stopping meal. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a sweet, tangy, and savory sauce made from Catalina dressing, onion soup mix, and whole cranberry sauce, creating a perfect harmony of flavors. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this dish bakes to perfection in under an hour, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Serve it over fluffy white rice to soak up the deliciously rich sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend treat, this family-friendly recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Try it today and take your baked chicken game to the next level!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup Catalina dressing
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 can whole cranberry sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups cooked white rice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
Step 3
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 4
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Catalina dressing, onion soup mix, and cranberry sauce until well blended.
Step 5
Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
Step 6
Pour the Catalina mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
Step 7
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Step 8
After 30 minutes, remove the foil and spoon some of the sauce over the chicken to baste it.
Step 9
Continue baking uncovered for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
Step 10
Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Step 11
Serve the chicken over cooked white rice, drizzling extra sauce from the baking dish over the top.
Step 12
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2038.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3246.7 |
| Total Fat 57.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g | |
| Cholesterol 572.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6076.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 438.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 183.8g | |
| Protein 235.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 209.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 784.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories