Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken & Rice

This super easyCranberry Chickenrecipe uses basic ingredients — chicken thighs, whole berry cranberry sauce, and barbecue sauce — to create the perfect slow cooker dinner. Ready in just 4 hours, you’ll sit down to a sweet, savory, and absolutely delicious meal!

👩‍🍳 Just dump everything in your slow cooker and let it work its magic. No browning, no complicated steps, no stress. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends when you wanta delicious dinner without the fuss.

My 2 Best Tips For Making Cranberry Chicken

Use Whole Cranberry Sauce:Look for whole berry cranberry sauce rather than the jellied version. Those little cranberry pieces add wonderful texture and hold up better during the long cooking process. The jellied kind tends to dissolve completely.

Don’t Skip the Vinegar:That splash of white vinegar might seem insignificant, but it brightens the entire dish and prevents the sweetness from becoming overwhelming. It’s the secret ingredient that makes everything pop.

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This cranberry chicken has good, honest flavors that work together perfectly, a little sweet and a little savory!

The sweet-tart cranberries balance beautifully with the smoky barbecue sauce, while the vinegar adds just the right amount of tang. It’s like autumn on a plate, but satisfying enough to enjoy year-round.

This recipe doubles beautifully and freezes like a dream. Make a big batch and you’ll have several easy dinners ready to go.

How To Make Slow Cooker Cranberry Chicken

Step 1:Add the chicken, cranberry sauce, barbecue sauce, vinegar, and onion to the slow cooker. Stir a bit to combine and break up the cranberry sauce.

Step 2:Cook on Low for 4-5 hours or High for 3-4 hours. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3:Cook the wild rice according to package instructions. Serve chicken and sauce over a bed of wild rice.

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