Ingredients

4

chicken thighs, skin removed if desired

4

chicken legs, skin removed if desired

1

(15-oz.) can chunky Italian-style tomato sauce

1

(4.5-oz.) jar whole mushrooms, drained

1

teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1

small onion, sliced

1

small green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces

2

garlic cloves, minced

1/4

cup water

2

tablespoons all-purpose flour

Preparation

In 3 1/2 to 4-quart slow cooker, combine all ingredients except water and flour; mix gently.

Cover; cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours.

With slotted spoon, remove chicken and vegetables from slow cooker; place in serving bowl. Cover to keep warm.

In small bowl, combine water and flour; blend well. Stir into liquid in slow cooker. Increase heat to high setting; cover and cook an additional 5 to 10 minutes or until thickened. Stir well; spoon mixture over chicken. If desired, serve with hot cooked pasta.