Sicilian-Style Orange Chicken

Submitted by Brookelynne26

"From The Italian Slow Cooker. Remove the skin from the chicken before placing in the slow cooker."

 

• Ready In: 5hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 3 1⁄2 lbs skinless chicken pieces (legs, thighs, and breasts)
• salt and black pepper
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup orange juice
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

directions

1. Arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, garlic, and oregano. Add 3/4 cup of the orange juice. Cover and cook on low for 5 hours, or until the chicken is tender.
2. Remove the chicken to a serving platter. Cover and keep warm. Pour the chicken juices into a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer. In a small bowl, stir together the remaining juice and cornstarch until smooth. Add to the saucepan and cook, stirring, until smooth and thickened, about 1 minute. Stir in zest. Pour the sauce over the chicken. Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.