3-Ingredient Cranberry Chicken Holiday Casserole
A festive, fuss-free chicken casserole with sweet-tangy cranberry glaze and savory onion flavor—perfect for stress-free holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–50 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Holiday
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 (14–16 oz) can whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 (1 oz) packet dry onion soup mix
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer. Pat dry with paper towels.
In a bowl, stir together cranberry sauce and onion soup mix until combined.
Pour sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, spreading to coat each piece.
Cover tightly with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove foil, spoon some sauce over the top, and return to oven uncovered for another 15–25 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F internally and sauce is bubbly.
Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving. Spoon extra sauce over chicken when plating.
Notes
For less sweetness, use half a can of cranberry sauce and add a splash of chicken broth or white wine.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or Dijon mustard for extra zing.
Swap in bone-in thighs or drumsticks—increase cook time and keep covered longer.
Top with chopped pecans or walnuts in the last 10 minutes of baking for added crunch.
Garnish with fresh parsley, orange zest, or green onions before serving for a festive touch.
