Sweet 'n' Tangy Chicken Recipe

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“My slow cooker comes in so handy during the haying and harvest seasons,” writes Joan Airey from her farm in Rivers, Manitoba. “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 hearty, delicious and fuss-free.”

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Sweet 'n' Tangy Chicken Recipe
  • Prep: 15 min. Cook: 4 hours
  • Yield: 4 Servings
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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

Directions

  • 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 for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender. 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 for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken. Yield: 4 servings.

Nutritional Facts 5 ounces cooked chicken equals 385 calories, 9 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 110 mg cholesterol, 892 mg sodium, 38 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 38 g protein.

Originally published as Sweet 'n' Tangy Chicken in Simple & Delicious July/August 2006, p63

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Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2013 by cliftonhanger

I made a few changes in this recipe. I first microwaved the onions and garlic on medium for 5 minutes. I used boneless skinless breast for the chicken. For chili powder, I used chipotle. I didn't think 1 tbsp. lemon juice would give enough tang, especially since I was using Meyer juice. I increased it to 6 tbsp. If using regular lemons, I would try using 3 tbsp.

The result was a nice tangy flavor which complimented the chipotle powder nicely.

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2013 by newrecipejunkie

I loved this recipe! Minor changes I made: only had 1/2 tsp. left of chili powder plus omitted salt and hot pepper sauce. I have some sauce left over so will use it tonight over rice with dinner. I will make this again often!

Reviewed on Dec. 31, 2012 by katlaydee3

This was good served with mashed potatoes and green beans.

Reviewed on Oct. 11, 2012 by bluelakemom

Yummy! I added the corn starch/water directly to the crock pot about 15 minutes before serving - the sauce came out perfectly.

Reviewed on Jul. 06, 2012 by barretsmommy

I thought this recipe was easy and very tasty. I left out the onion and hot pepper sauce to suit my family's taste. I will certainly make this again, especially in the summer months as the crock pot doesn't heat the house like the oven does.

Reviewed on Jan. 06, 2012 by jewelrydiva

Fantastic! I used fresh lime juice instead of lemon cause that's what I had on hand. Also, added some minced garlic and was a great touch!

Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2011 by glitterchatter

Incredibly easy with out-of-the-cupboard ingredients and so delicious! I used onion powder instead because of my picky eaters. I didn't make the thickened sauce, and we still loved the chicken's flavor.

Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2010 by jeninohio123

It was just ok, I threw quite a bit out in the trash.

Reviewed on Oct. 19, 2010 by cgirl772

Love it, and my family loves it too and it is so easy to make. I usually use boneless skinless chicken breasts but have made it with chicken breasts with the done in too...a must try

Reviewed on Oct. 08, 2009 by hahymen

Simple to make! My family raves about it. Even the picky eaters can't get enough...

 
 

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