A WHOLE CHICKEN ON THE GRILL

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You can enjoy a moist, flavorful grilled chicken, complete with succulent juices, even without a spit. Don't truss this bird, because the legs won't cook evenly when pressed up against the body. From the New Basics Cookbook! Spanish inspired.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup red wine vinegar (may use part balsamic)
1/2 cup tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
freshy ground black pepper, to taste
1 whole chicken, well rinsed, patted dry, and untrussed (2 1/'2 to 3 pounds)

Steps:

  • Prepare hot coals for grilling.
  • Stir all the ingredients, except chicken, together in a bowl until smooth.
  • Brush the chicken well with the sauce.
  • Grill the chicken over low heat, preferably covered, for about 1 hour and 10 minutes(turn the chicken a quarter turn and brush it with sauce every 15 minutes).
  • Let the chicken stand 10 minutes before carving and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 763, Fat 53.2, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 243.8, Sodium 486.2, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 6.6, Protein 58.9

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