Cranberry Chicken
Experience the ultimate one-dish chicken dinner with Cranberry Chicken! Indulge in the tenderness and juiciness of baked chicken thighs, infused with a flavor-packed sauce made from Catalina dressing, whole berry cranberry sauce, onion soup mix, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a delightful hint of spice. This mouthwatering dish pairs perfectly with rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles, making it a versatile and satisfying meal option
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr
- 8 oz bottle Catalina salad dressing
- 1 packet (about 1.25 ounce) dry onion soup mix
- 15 oz can whole-berry cranberry sauce
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 3 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- salt and pepper
Preheat the oven to 350F degrees. Grease a 9x13-inch glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
In a medium bowl, combine the Catalina dressing, dry onion soup mix, cranberry sauce, and red pepper flakes. Mix well, then pour into the prepared baking dish.
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper then place in the baking dish in a single layer. Turn the chicken thighs over to coated all sides well with the sauce.
Bake the chicken uncovered for 1 hour or until the chicken has an internal temperature of 165°F.
Serve the chicken and sauce over rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.