MANDARIN ALMOND CHICKEN 
1/2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. seasoned salt
6 boneless chicken breast halves
1 stick (1/2 c.) butter
1 c. orange juice
1 tbsp. fresh parsley, chopped
Salt to taste
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1/4 c. brown sugar
1/4 c. honey
1/4 c. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. ginger
1 can mandarin oranges
1 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. almonds, sliced
1 tbsp. soy sauce

Combine flour and seasoned salt. Evenly coat each piece of chicken with mixture. Melt stick of butter. Brush small amount over bottom of rectangular baking dish. Place chicken in a single layer. Brush each piece with melted butter. Bake chicken at 350 degrees F. 1 hour.

Combine orange juice, brown sugar, honey, cornstarch, lemon juice and ginger in a saucepan. Place over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until sauce is thick and smooth. When chicken has cooked, spoon sauce evenly over each piece. Sprinkle mandarin oranges over all and bake 15 minutes more. Saute almonds in 1 tablespoon butter until light brown. Lightly salt. Sprinkle almonds and parsley over all. Serve with rice.

 

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