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Holiday Cranberry Chicken Bake Recipe

Holiday Cranberry Chicken Bake Recipe

John
This Holiday Cranberry Chicken Bake Recipe creates warm festive comfort. Juicy chicken bakes with sweet tart cranberries.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 340 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken Bake

  • Chicken breasts
  • Cranberry sauce
  • Dried cranberries
  • Orange juice
  • Soy sauce
  • Brown sugar
  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Rosemary
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Optional Toppings

  • Fresh parsley
  • Orange zest
  • Toasted nuts

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven first.
  • Grease baking dish lightly.
  • Lay chicken pieces evenly.
  • Mix cranberry sauce and juice.
  • Add soy sauce and sugar.
  • Stir in spices gently.
  • Pour mixture over chicken.
  • Add dried cranberries on top.
  • Cover dish with foil.
  • Bake until chicken tender.
  • Remove foil and brown.
  • Garnish with herbs.
  • Serve warm immediately.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs for aroma.
  • Do not overbake chicken.
  • Add orange zest for brightness.
  • Marinate chicken for depth.
  • Use thighs for extra juiciness.
  • Broil briefly for caramelization.
Keyword Holiday Cranberry Chicken Bake Recipe