African Almond Chicken (Libya)

Directions

1. 1
   Boil chicken in water until tender - about 30 minutes.
2. 2
   Take out and set aside to cool.
3. 3
   Save 2 cups of the chicken stock.
4. 4
   Debone the cooled chicken.
5. 5
   Heat the oil.
6. 6
   Then add the celery, peas, chicken stock, almonds, salt and sherry.
7. 7
   Simmer 10 minutes.
8. 8
   Thicken sauce with 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed in 1/4 cup water.
9. 9
   Add to sauce and bring to a boil until it thickens.
10. 10
    Serve with noodles or a bowl of steaming rice.