Sicilian-Style Orange Chicken

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

• Ready In: 5 hrs 30 mins
• 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.