ADVERTISEMENT
Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken
This easy Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken from deesviral is sweet, savory, and incredibly tender. Just a few simple ingredients turn into a comforting dinner with rich flavor and a delicious sauce everyone loves.
Recipe Details
- Author: deesviral
- Prep Time:
- Cook Time:
- Total Time:
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner / Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Keywords: cranberry chicken, slow cooker chicken, easy crockpot dinner, deesviral
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1 packet dry onion soup mix
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
- Lightly grease the slow cooker with olive oil if using.
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour the whole berry cranberry sauce evenly over the chicken.
- Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix over the top.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or on HIGH for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
- Spoon the sauce over the chicken before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or stuffing for a full meal.
- Add a splash of orange juice for extra brightness.
- Use chicken thighs if you prefer even more tender meat.
Why This Recipe Works
The cranberry sauce creates a naturally sweet and tangy glaze while the onion soup mix adds deep savory flavor. Slow cooking keeps the chicken juicy and tender, allowing the sauce to soak into every bite.
