Ingredients

  • 4 to 5 lb. broiled fryer chicken, cut up
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 c. salad oil
  • 1/2 c. chopped onions
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes
  • 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
  • 2 Tbsp. snipped parsley
  • 1 Tbsp. basil
  • 7 or 8 oz. spaghetti, cooked and drained

Method

  • Wash chicken pieces and pat dry.
  • Season with salt and pepper. In large skillet or Dutch oven, brown chicken in oil, then remove.
  • Pour off all but 3 tablespoons fat.
  • Add onion and garlic.
  • Cook and stir until onion is tender.
  • Stir chicken and remaining ingredients, except spaghetti and cheese.
  • Cover tightly. Cook chicken slowly 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until tender. Stir occasionally, adding water when necessary.
  • Skim off excess fat.
  • Serve on spaghetti, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Serve with dilled zucchini and garlic bread.