Tangy Orange Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 2 cups sliced fresh carrots
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons dried basil
• 1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 teaspoons grated orange zest, divided
• 8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 4 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled