Ingredients

  • 1 (4 lb.) broiler fryer
  • 1 1/2 to 2 c. catsup
  • 1 c. water
  • 1/4 c. vinegar
  • 1/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 c. minced onion
  • 1 stalk celery, minced
  • 1 tbsp. prepared mustard
  • 1 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • Dash of warm sauce
  • 2 tbsp. vegetable oil

Method

  • Remove giblets from cavity of chicken and reserve for another recipe.
  • Rinse chicken with cool water, and pat dry.
  • Fold neck skin of chicken over back, and secure with a wooden pick.
  • Lift the wingtips up and over back so they are tucked under the chicken.
  • Press chicken, and set aside.
  • Combine remaining ingredients except vegetable oil in a large saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 30 min.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven; add in chicken, and brown on all sides.
  • Place in a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan.
  • Pour sauce over chicken, and cover pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 hrs or possibly till done.
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings.