1 lb. broiler-fryer chicken (about 3 1/2 lb., cut up)
Flour
1 tsp. celery salt
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. curry powder
1/2 tsp. crushed oregano
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
6 tbsp. melted butter
3/4 c. sliced almonds
1 1/2 c. half & half light cream
1/2 c. sour cream
3 tbsp. fine dry bread crumbs blended with 1 tbsp. melted butter
Mushrooms, if desired

Coat chicken pieces with flour. Blend celery salt, paprika, salt, curry powder, oregano, and pepper with butter. Coat chicken pieces in seasoned butter, arrange in a single layer in a baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with almonds. Pour half & half between the pieces.

Bake, covered, in a 350 degree oven for 45 minutes. Uncover; spoon about 1/2 cup sauce from pan into the sour cream and mix. Pour evenly over chicken. Sprinkle evenly with buttered crumbs. Bake uncovered about 15 minutes longer or until tender. Makes 6 servings.