Follow these steps for perfect results
salad oil
chicken
cut up
lemon
tomato juice
lemon juice
sugar
onion
sliced
Worcestershire sauce
ketchup
prepared mustard
pepper
salt
Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
Heat salad oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
Brown the chicken pieces on all sides.
Place the browned chicken pieces in a shallow baking dish in a single layer, meaty side up.
Sprinkle the chicken with grated lemon rind from one of the lemons.
In a separate saucepan, combine tomato juice, lemon juice, sugar, sliced onion, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, prepared mustard, pepper, and salt.
Heat the sauce mixture, stirring to blend all ingredients.
Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken pieces in the baking dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for one hour, or until the chicken is tender.
Baste the chicken frequently with the sauce during baking to keep it moist and flavorful.
Serve hot.
Expert advice for the best results
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs before cooking.
Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
Serve with rice or roasted vegetables.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Garnish with lemon slices and parsley.
Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.
Pair with a side of green beans or asparagus.
Complements the lemon flavor.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Common comfort food.
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