Sweet and Sour Skillet Chicken

This recipe was given to me many years ago by a family friend. I have no idea where she got it.It's very simple to fix; not much fuss. The ingredients for the sauce gave me cause for pause when I first read them, but this is a delicious tasting dish. You're in for a plesant surprise.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 20 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 2  large onions, sliced
• 1 -2 1⁄2 lb skinless chicken piece (I prefer boneless chicken)
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1  cup chili sauce
• 4  tablespoons prepared mustard
• 1⁄2 cup vinegar
• 1  cup maple syrup
• 1  cup water

Directions

1. Place onion slices in electric skillet in a single layer.
2. Arrange chicken pieces on top of onion slices.
3. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
4. Mix remaining ingredients and pour over chicken.
5. Set control at medium.
6. Cook, covered for 10 minutes.
7. Reduce heat to low simmer setting and cook covered at least 2 hours.
8. Turn chicken pieces periodically, and baste with sauce.
9. Add a little amount of water at a time if sauce becomes too thick.