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Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 to 6 hours on low or 2 to 3 hours on high
  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken is a simple, flavorful dish combining tender boneless chicken breasts with a tangy-sweet cranberry sauce, French dressing, and savory onion soup mix, all slow-cooked to perfection. Ideal for an easy, hands-off dinner that yields juicy, succulent chicken with a festive flair, garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Sauce

  • 1 cup cranberry sauce (jellied or whole-berry)
  • 1/2 cup French dressing
  • 1 packet onion soup mix

Optional Garnish and Prep

  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • Nonstick cooking spray or a little oil, for greasing the slow cooker (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or a small amount of oil. This will help prevent the chicken from sticking and make cleaning easier afterwards.
  2. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and black pepper to taste. This basic seasoning enhances the natural flavor of the chicken.
  3. Combine the Sauce Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, French dressing, and onion soup mix. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated, creating a tangy and savory sauce.
  4. Add Chicken to Slow Cooker: Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the greased slow cooker in a single layer for even cooking.
  5. Pour Sauce Over Chicken: Pour the prepared cranberry sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is covered with the flavorful sauce.
  6. Cook the Chicken: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or on high for 2 to 3 hours. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and is tender.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, optionally garnish with freshly chopped parsley for added color and freshness, then serve warm with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Use either jellied or whole-berry cranberry sauce based on personal preference; both yield delicious results.
  • Adjust salt and pepper carefully since the onion soup mix is already seasoned.
  • For a thicker sauce, you can reduce it on the stovetop after slow cooking if desired.
  • This recipe pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
  • Ensure slow cooker lid remains closed during cooking to maintain consistent temperature and moisture.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/slow-cooker-cranberry-chicken-recipe/