Delicious Oven-Baked Cranberry Barbecue Chicken (Or

Name: Delicious Oven-Baked Cranberry Barbecue Chicken (Or Turkey Legs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 -8 chicken pieces; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons butter; salt and black pepper; 1 onion, chopped; 1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (or to taste); 1 large celery rib, finely diced; 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional); 1 (16 ounce) can ocean spray whole berry cranberry sauce; 1 cup favorite barbecue sauce

Servings: persons

1
Set oven to 350 degrees.
2
Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3
Heat butter with oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4
Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet; cook on both side until lightly browned, then place the chicken skin-side up into the baking dish (leave the drippings in the pan).
5
Add in the onion, celery, garlic and cayenne pepper (if using) adding in a little more oil if needed; sate for about 3 minutes; stir in the cranberry sauce and BBQ sauce; bring to a light simmer, stirring until completey combined, then pour over the chicken.
6
Bake uncovered for about 50 minutes or until chicken is tender and cooked through, basting with the sauce a couple times during baking.
7
Delicious!

390

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 -8 chicken pieces, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons butter, salt and black pepper, and more.

Yes, Delicious Oven-Baked Cranberry Barbecue Chicken (Or Turkey Legs) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Delicious Oven-Baked Cranberry Barbecue Chicken (Or Turkey Legs)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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