Crock Pot Catalina Cranberry Chicken

Crock Pot Catalina Cranberry Chicken is made with chicken breasts, dry onion soup mix, whole berry cranberry sauce, and Catalina salad dressing. This recipe creates a sweet and tangy chicken dish with rich flavor and minimal effort. It takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes to prepare and serves 8.

Crock Pot Catalina Cranberry Chicken Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts (about 2 pounds)
• 1 envelope dry onion soup mix
• 1 can whole berry cranberry sauce
• 1 cup Catalina salad dressing

How To Make Crock Pot Catalina Cranberry Chicken

1. Prep the Crock Pot: Spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the dry onion soup mix, cranberry sauce, and Catalina dressing until well blended.
3. Add Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture evenly over them.
4. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours or LOW for 4–6 hours until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
5. Serve: Serve the chicken whole or shred and mix with the sauce to simmer until ready to serve.

Recipe Tips

• Use Jellied Cranberry Sauce: If you can’t find whole berry, jellied works just as well.
• Swap the Chicken: Chicken thighs or turkey breast are great alternatives.
• DIY Soup Mix: Use dry minced onions, sea salt, garlic powder, and pepper if you’re out of soup mix.
• Alternate Dressings: French, Russian, or even barbecue sauce can substitute for Catalina.
• Make it a Meal: Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles.

What To Serve With Catalina Cranberry Chicken

This flavorful chicken dish goes well with rice, mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or roasted vegetables. A green salad or dinner rolls also make great sides to round out the meal.

How To Store Catalina Cranberry Chicken

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat before serving.

Catalina Cranberry Chicken Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 360
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 32g
• Sugar: 24g
• Protein: 34g
• Sodium: 680mg

FAQs

Can I use boneless chicken thighs?
Yes, thighs are juicy and work very well in this recipe.

What can I use instead of Catalina dressing?
French dressing, Russian dressing, or barbecue sauce all work well.

Can I cook it longer on low?
Yes, 4–6 hours on low is perfect for a more hands-off approach.

Is it sweet or savory?
It’s a sweet-savory combination with a tangy kick from the cranberry and dressing.

Can I prepare this ahead of time?
Yes, combine everything in the crockpot insert and refrigerate overnight before cooking.

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