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sweet and tangy chicken in a glass baking dish

Sweet and Tangy Cranberry Chicken Bake

Prep Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Baking dish or casserole dish
  • Spoon or spatula
  • Meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lbs skinless chicken breast about 4 breasts
  • 14 oz whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 16 oz Catalina dressing
  • 1 package dry onion soup mix
  • 1-2 tsp olive oil for greasing optional
  • Optional garnish: fresh rosemary or orange zest

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cranberry sauce, Catalina dressing, and dry onion soup mix. Stir until smooth.
  • Grease a baking dish or casserole dish with olive oil.
  • Place the chicken breasts in the dish in a single layer.
  • Pour the cranberry mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is fully coated.
  • Bake for 1 hour or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, checked with a meat thermometer.
  • Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh rosemary or orange zest if desired.
  • Serve hot over white rice, egg noodles, or your favorite vegetables.