Zesty Ginger-Tomato Chicken



2-1/2 to 3 pounds skinless chicken drumsticks and/or thighs
2 14-1/2-ounce cans diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro or parsley
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups hot cooked quinoa or brown rice


1. Place chicken in a 3-1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker. Drain one can of the tomatoes. In a medium bowl, combine drained and undrained tomatoes, the tapioca, ginger, the 1 tablespoon cilantro, the garlic, crushed red pepper, and salt. Pour over chicken in slow cooker.
2. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 6 to 7 hours or on high-heat setting for 3 to 3-1/2 hours.
3. Skim off fat. Serve in shallow bowls. Serve with hot cooked quinoa or rice.

Servings: 6