Poitrine de Poulet au Sirop D'érable, Maple-baked Chicken Breasts (Canada)

4 servings

Chicken and pork are often baked or braised in maple syrup in the Beauce region of Québec. This easy recipe for chicken breasts can also be used with pork and fish for wonderful results.

4 single chicken breasts
1/4 cup all purpose flour
salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon dried savoury
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried sage
1 onion, sliced
1/2 cup water

Dredge chicken in flour seasoned with salt and pepper to taste. In a heavy, flame-proof casserole dish, heat butter until bubbling and brown chicken pieces quickly on both sides. Pour maple syrup over chicken. Sprinkle with savoury, thyme and sage. Pour water into the bottom of casserole. Bake, uncovered, in a 350oF oven for 50-60 minutes or until tender, basting chicken occasionally with pan juices.