Hurry Chicken (Slow Cooker)

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• cracked red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 8 chicken legs (about 2 1/2 pounds)

Directions:

Coat a 5-6 quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.

In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, ketchup, chicken broth, onion soup mix, salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of cracked red pepper flakes.

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high. Season chicken with a little salt and pepper; sauté for about 3 minutes per side, until they have a golden crust. Transfer to slow cooker along with the sauce mixture.

Cook on low for 8 hours. Serve with mashed potatoes, noodles, or rice.