Saute chicken quickly in cooking oil in non-stick frying pan to brown both sides. Transfer to ungreased 2 1/2 quart (2.5 L) casserole.

Combine remaining 16 ingredients in medium saucepan. Heat andstir until boiling. Pour over chicken. Cover. Bake in 350°F oven for about 1 hour until tender. NOTE: If desired, thicken sauce with a mixture of 1 1/2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of water. Boil gently until thickened.