Crock Pot Cran Orange Chicken Recipe

This Crock Pot Cran-Orange Chicken recipe elevates a classic comfort dish! Inspired by a popular recipe, this version features a homemade cranberry sauce bursting with fresh citrus flavors. Skip the thawing – frozen cranberries work perfectly! The result is a tender, juicy chicken in a tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce, perfect served over rice or mashed potatoes. For easy cleanup, we recommend using Reynolds slow cooker liners. Get ready for a delicious and festive meal that's effortlessly prepared in your slow cooker!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 460 mins
Calories 245.2 kcal
Protein 39g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Crock Pot Cran Orange Chicken

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How to Make Crock Pot Cran Orange Chicken

  1. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries, 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1 tablespoon crystallized ginger (optional).
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened, about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion, 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons honey, and 1/4 cup chili sauce.
  4. Season 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Place chicken in a slow cooker. (Optional: Use a Reynolds slow cooker liner for easier cleanup.)
  6. Pour the cranberry sauce over the chicken.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3 hours.
  8. Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced oranges to the slow cooker. Do not stir.
  9. Continue cooking on low for another hour, or on high for another 30 minutes.
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
  11. Slowly drizzle the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine.
  12. Cook on high for another 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

5g

Carbs

11g

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