Cornish Hens Basque

4 Rock Cornish game hens -- 16 oz. each
1/4 cup flour
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
2 small onions -- sliced
1 green bell pepper -- cut into 1/2" strips
1 4 oz. can sliced mushrooms
1 clove garlic -- chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup chicken broth or dry white wine

Rinse hens and pat dry. Mix flour, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and chili powder. Coat hens with flour mixture. Combine onions, green bell pepper, mushrooms, garlic, and oil in slow cooker. Arrange hens on top of vegetables. Sprinkle with remaining seasonings. Pour chicken broth {or wine} over hens. Cover and cook on Low setting for 8 to 10 hours.

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