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Crockpot Cranberry Chicken Recipe

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This Crockpot Cranberry Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and easy way to prepare a savory-sweet meal using boneless chicken breasts or thighs slow-cooked in a tangy cranberry and orange sauce. Perfect for busy days, it requires minimal prep and delivers tender, juicy chicken infused with festive and fresh flavors.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or chicken thighs
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced

Sauce

  • 1.5 cups whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1/2 cup orange juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the whole berry cranberry sauce and orange juice until well combined and smooth.
  2. Season the chicken: Lay the chicken breasts or thighs evenly in the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle both sides evenly with salt, pepper, and minced fresh rosemary to enhance the flavor.
  3. Add the sauce: Pour the prepared cranberry-orange sauce mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken, ensuring all pieces are covered.
  4. Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 2 to 2.5 hours, or on low for 3 to 3.5 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is tender.
  5. Serve: Once cooked, either remove the chicken breasts to serve whole with the sauce spooned over the top, or shred the chicken directly in the crockpot and stir it into the juices before serving.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a juicier result.
  • Whole berry cranberry sauce adds texture and bursts of flavor, but you can use smooth sauce if preferred.
  • Adjust cooking times based on your slow cooker model for best results.
  • Garnish with extra fresh rosemary or orange zest for an extra fresh aroma.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Crockpot chicken, cranberry chicken, slow cooker recipes, easy chicken dinner, holiday chicken recipe

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