Citrus Garlic Cranberry Chicken

Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Citrus Garlic Cranberry Chicken
55 min.
4
644kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your dinner game with a dish that bursts with flavor and is sure to impress? Look no further than our Citrus Garlic Cranberry Chicken! This delightful recipe combines the tangy sweetness of cranberry sauce with the zesty brightness of orange, creating a mouthwatering glaze that perfectly complements tender, juicy chicken breasts. Not only is this dish a feast for the senses, but it’s also dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 55 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. The combination of Catalina salad dressing, sun-dried tomatoes, and a hint of garlic adds depth and richness, while the jellied cranberry sauce brings a unique twist that will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, with a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free.

Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch, a hearty main course, or a comforting dinner, Citrus Garlic Cranberry Chicken is versatile enough to fit any occasion. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a dish that’s as delicious as it is easy to prepare!

Ingredients

  • servings pepper black freshly ground to taste
  • 1.5 cups catalina salad dressing 
  • ounce onion soup mix dry
  • tablespoon garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest grated
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and cut into thin matchsticks
  • 16 ounce jellied cranberry sauce canned

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray an 8x11 baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer into the baking dish.
  3. Mix the Catalina dressing and orange zest in a bowl, and pour all over the chicken, coating the meat completely.
  4. Sprinkle the packet of onion soup mix evenly over the chicken.
  5. Open the can of cranberry sauce, and stir it with a fork to break it apart into a slightly chunky consistency. Spoon the cranberry sauce over the chicken breasts, and sprinkle with sun-dried tomato pieces, garlic, and black pepper. Cover the dish with foil; cut a small vent in top of foil for steam.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes; remove foil, and bake an additional 25 to 30 minutes, basting occasionally with pan juices and dressing. When done, chicken meat will no longer be pink inside and the juices will run clear. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a breast should read at least 165 degrees F (75 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts

Calories644kcal
Protein17.35%
Fat28.33%
Carbs54.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23
Glycemic Load
1.99
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
17.513043610946%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.11mg
Delphinidin
0.02mg
Pelargonidin
0.02mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
3.09mg
Quercetin
2.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:644.46kcal
32.22%
Fat:20.04g
30.84%
Saturated Fat:3.44g
21.47%
Carbohydrates:86.45g
28.82%
Net Carbohydrates:82.95g
30.16%
Sugar:66.42g
73.81%
Cholesterol:72.32mg
24.11%
Sodium:1878.83mg
81.69%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.62g
55.24%
Vitamin B3:13.27mg
66.33%
Selenium:38.02µg
54.31%
Vitamin B6:0.97mg
48.73%
Phosphorus:309.01mg
30.9%
Potassium:982.46mg
28.07%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.61%
Vitamin B5:1.97mg
19.72%
Magnesium:63.3mg
15.83%
Copper:0.29mg
14.39%
Fiber:3.5g
14%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.3%
Iron:2.27mg
12.6%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.41%
Vitamin C:9.09mg
11.01%
Vitamin E:1.28mg
8.55%
Vitamin K:8.02µg
7.64%
Zinc:1.07mg
7.12%
Vitamin A:204.54IU
4.09%
Calcium:38.78mg
3.88%
Folate:15.16µg
3.79%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.77%
Source:Allrecipes