- 1 cup dehydrated chopped cranberries
- 1/4 cup dehydrated chopped celery
- 1/4 cup dehydrated chopped onions
- 4 cups water
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 (4-pound) chicken, cut into 8 to 10 serving pieces
- Place the cranberries, celery, onions, water, butter, barbecue sauce, and hot sauce in a large saucepan and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until thick, about 40 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and brown on all sides. Transfer to a 9 x 13-inch baking dish and pour the barbecue sauce over. Bake until the chicken is completely cooked through, 45 minutes.