Festive Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken
Celebrate the season with this delicious Festive Crock Pot Cranberry Chicken, a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that make any meal feel special. Tender boneless chicken breasts simmer slowly in a vibrant sauce made from fresh cranberries, orange juice, honey, and a splash of balsamic vinegar, with fragrant notes of garlic and rosemary that infuse every bite. This easy slow-cooker recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time, making it an effortless yet impressive dish for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Pair this beautiful dish with creamy mashed potatoes or wild rice to soak up the thick cranberry glaze, and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Perfect for fans of crock pot recipes, this crowd-pleaser is as flavorful as it is festive!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the chicken by patting it dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a 4-quart or larger crock pot, add the fresh cranberries, orange juice, honey, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and dried rosemary. Stir to combine.
Place the chicken breasts on top of the cranberry mixture, ensuring they are slightly submerged.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on Low for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once the chicken is cooked, carefully remove it from the crock pot and set aside on a plate. Cover with foil to keep warm.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
Pour the cornstarch mixture into the cranberry sauce left in the crock pot. Stir well and cook on High for 10-15 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
Return the chicken to the crock pot, spoon the sauce over it, and let it warm for 5 more minutes.
Serve the chicken with the cranberry sauce drizzled over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy this festive and flavorful dish with sides like mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or wild rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.4 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2897 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.8 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.6 g | ||
| Protein | 220.3 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2643 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
