Sweet 'n' tangy Chicken ... slow cooker

 

 Prep : 15 minutes    Cook : 4 hourss       Makes 6 servings

 

 

1              mediun onion , chopped

1-1/2        teaspoons  miinced garlic

1              broiler fryer  chicken ( about 3 pounds), cut up and skin removed

2/3           cup ketchup

1/3           cup packed brown sugar

1              tablespoon chili powder

1              tablespoon  lemon juice

1              teaspoon dried basil

1/2           teaspoon salt 

1/4           teaspoon pepper 

1/8           teaspoon hot pepper sauce 

2              tablespoons cornstarch 

3 tablespoons water 

 

1 .       In a 3-quart  slow cooker  , combine  onion  and garlic  ; top with chicken . I a small bowl  , combine  the ketchup  , brown sugar  , chili powder , lemon juice  , basil , salt , pepper  and pepper sauce  ; pour over chicken .

2 .       Cover and cook on low for  4-1/2 houurs  or until chicken juices  run clear . Remove chicken  and keep warm .

3 .        Transfer  cooking jiuces  to a saucepan . Combine  cornstarch  and water until smooth  ; stir  into juices . Bring to a boil  ; cook  and stir for 2 minutes  or until thickened . Serve over chicken .

 

This recipe is hearty  , delicious and fuss free.