Cranberry BBQ Chicken

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Cranberry BBQ Chicken

Cranberry BBQ Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    0 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    0 mins
  • SERVING
    5 People
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    676

Transform ordinary chicken into a dazzling centerpiece with this Cranberry BBQ Chicken recipe! The vibrant cranberry sauce mingles beautifully with smoky barbecue notes, creating a sweet and savory glaze that will leave everyone craving more. Perfect for a family dinner or a festive gathering.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    54 g
  • Cholesterol
    183 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    43 g
  • Saturated Fat
    13 g
  • Sodium
    1013 mg
  • Sugar
    36 g
  • Fat
    39 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins In a large, oven-safe skillet (cast iron works beautifully) or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium-high heat. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Season the chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Working in batches, brown the chicken on all sides in the melted butter. This step is crucial for developing rich flavor. Remove the browned chicken from the skillet and set aside. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins Add the chopped onion and celery to the skillet and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet – these are packed with flavor! (7 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the cranberry sauce and barbecue sauce. Mix well to combine, creating a luscious sauce. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Return the chicken pieces to the skillet, nestling them into the cranberry-barbecue sauce. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes, basting the chicken with the sauce every 15 minutes. This ensures the chicken stays moist and develops a beautiful, sticky glaze. (90 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a splash of apple cider vinegar or Worcestershire sauce to the cranberry-barbecue sauce.
If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
Serve this Cranberry BBQ Chicken with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are an excellent and flavorful alternative to a whole cut-up chicken. Adjust cooking time as needed to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
Leftovers are fantastic! Shred the chicken and use it in sandwiches, salads, or tacos.

Lambert Turner

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 225 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)

  • Tyrel Hackett

    Jan 10, 2025

    The basting every 15 minutes really made a difference in the glaze.

  • Teresa Hartmann

    Jan 5, 2025

    This recipe was a hit! The cranberry and BBQ flavors were amazing together.

  • Kaia Spencer

    Aug 1, 2024

    Easy to follow and a crowd-pleaser!

  • Marlee Reichert

    Sep 27, 2023

    I used chicken thighs and it turned out so juicy and delicious.

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