Cranberry Orange Chicken Slow Cooker
A flavorful and easy slow cooker dish combining tender chicken with tangy cranberries and fresh orange for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 to 2 pounds)
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is best)
- Zest of 1 orange orange zest
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
Garnish
- as desired fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place chicken in slow cooker and combine cranberries, orange juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Pour over chicken.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Optional: Mix cornstarch with water and stir into sauce 30 minutes before serving to thicken. Continue cooking on high.
- Remove chicken, spoon sauce over, garnish with parsley, and serve.
Notes
Serve with rice, potatoes, or salad for a complete meal.