Sweet and Tangy Barbecued Chicken
Recipe from Better Homes and Gardens

Oven meals make cooking easy and this baked chicken recipe is a prime example.


Sweet and Tangy Barbecued Chicken


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Prep Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
Servings: Makes 6 servings.
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Ingredients
 
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  • 1    medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)On Sale
  • 1  clove  garlic, mincedOn Sale
  • 1  tablespoon  cooking oilOn Sale
  • 1  8-ounce can  tomato sauceOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  packed brown sugarOn Sale
  • 1/2  cup  cider vinegarOn Sale
  • 2  tablespoons  Dijon-style mustardOn Sale
  • 1  teaspoon  dried thyme, crushedOn Sale
  • 1/2  teaspoon  pepperOn Sale
  • 6    chicken legs (thigh-drumstick piece) (about 3-1/2 pounds total)On Sale
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Directions
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For sauce, in a 1-1/2-quart saucepan cook onion and garlic in hot oil until tender. Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, Dijon-style mustard, thyme, and pepper. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2.
Skin chicken, if desired. Arrange chicken in a 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Pour half of the sauce over chicken.
3.
Bake, uncovered, in a 375 degree F oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until chicken is tender and cooked through, basting occasionally with additional sauce. Serve chicken with any remaining sauce. Makes 6 servings.

Make-Ahead Tip
Prepare sauce. Transfer to glass or plastic bowl; cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Continue as directed.
Nutrition information
Calories 420, Total Fat 20 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Sodium 493 mg, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 35 g. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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How to Bake Chicken Breast
Chances are you already have a recipe or two for how to bake chicken breast. Chicken is a favorite mealtime choice in many households, and with good reason. It's low in fat and high in protein, and its mild flavor means it goes well with ingredients both common and exotic. Finding new recipes to keep your menu planning fresh and exciting can be a challenge, especially if you're cooking for a family. That makes chicken breast a great choice. Like the proverbial little black dress, you can dress chicken up or down depending on the occasion. Versatile chicken offers so many options, you need never get bored.

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