DOWN-HOME CHICKEN

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Tip: This chicken is also delicious with mashed potatoes. Mom served the thick, tangy sauce that coats this tender chicken as a gravy over rice or mashed potatoes. It makes a welcome centerpiece for any meal. -Donna Sasser Hinds, Milwaukie, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 4 pounds), cut up
1/4 cup canola oil
SAUCE:
2/3 cup lemon juice
2/3 cup ketchup
2/3 cup molasses
1/3 cup canola oil
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, salt and pepper. Add chicken, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat. , In a large skillet, heat oil. Brown chicken in oil on all sides; remove to paper towels. Drain drippings and return chicken to the pan., In a bowl, combine the lemon juice, ketchup, molasses, oil, Worcestershire sauce, cloves, salt and pepper. Pour over chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 35-40 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612 calories, Fat 36g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 1108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

ERIKA, YOUR FRIEND
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This is my new favorite chicken recipe! The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the sauce is to die for.


Annissa G
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I'm not a very good cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! My family loved it.


TH Hakim
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I made this recipe for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and asked for the recipe.


Fkg Ufityr
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great. I especially liked the crispy skin.


Elijah Eller
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the crispy skin was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.


Bhola Sahani
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This was a great recipe! The chicken was so moist and tender, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


Pushkal Babu
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I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Chandre Lakay
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This chicken recipe is a real winner! The chicken was juicy, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The crispy skin was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this dish again.