Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistibly flavorful Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken. Juicy, tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked to perfection in a sweet and tangy sauce made from whole berry cranberry sauce, savory onion soup mix, and a splash of bright orange juice. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy crock pot recipe is ideal for busy schedules, offering comforting, fall-inspired flavors with minimal effort. Whether you're hosting a holiday feast or simply craving a crowd-pleasing meal, this dish is sure to impress. Serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, or alongside roasted vegetables for a complete, satisfying dinner. Plus, you can easily thicken the luscious sauce for an extra indulgent touch! Perfect for fans of slow cooker meals, this recipe combines convenience and bold, seasonal flavors.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (14 ounces) whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1 packet (1 ounce) dry onion soup mix
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening sauce)
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening sauce)
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot in an even layer.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, mix together the cranberry sauce, dry onion soup mix, orange juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 3
Pour the cranberry mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
Step 4
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
Step 5
If you'd like to thicken the sauce, remove the chicken from the crock pot and whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir this mixture into the sauce in the crock pot.
Step 6
Set the crock pot to high and cook the sauce for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency.
Step 7
Return the chicken to the crock pot, spoon some sauce over the top, and serve warm.
Step 8
Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added color and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1290.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1930.0 |
| Total Fat 25.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 591.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3501.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 196.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 147.8g | |
| Protein 219.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 7.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 132.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2211.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories