2 1/2 to 3 lb. chicken (cut into pieces)
1/2 c. maple syrup
1/4 c. melted butter
1 tsp. grated lemon rind
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/2 c. slivered almonds

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place chicken pieces in a shallow buttered baking dish. Mix together remaining ingredients and pour over chicken. Bake uncovered 50 to 60 minutes, basting occasionally. Serves 6.