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Delicious Country-Style Cranberry Chicken served with fresh herbs and sides.

Country-Style Cranberry Chicken

A delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a tangy cranberry sauce, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 6 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 14 oz whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 0.5 cup French dressing
  • 1 oz dry onion soup mix
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional) Adjust based on taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, French dressing, and dry onion soup mix.
  3. Add the optional brown sugar and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
  4. Arrange the chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Pour the cranberry mixture evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
Cooking
  1. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 40 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 to 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  3. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Spoon the cranberry sauce over the chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Serve this dish with a side of rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce. For storage, keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through.