SWEET 'N' TANGY CHICKEN

Sweet 'n' Tangy Chicken image

My slow cooker comes in so handy during the haying and harvest seasons. We're so busy that if supper isn't prepared before I serve lunch, it doesn't seem to get done on time. This recipe is fuss-free and ready when we are.-Joan Airey, Rivers, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 4h15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up, 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 cold water

Steps:

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine onion and garlic; top with chicken. In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, chili powder, lemon juice, basil, salt, pepper and pepper sauce; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low until juices run clear, 4-5 hours. Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. , Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a small saucepan. Bring liquid to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 892mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 38g protein.