CITRUS-SAGE CHICKEN

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A family favorite. I always use chicken breasts instead of a whole chicken, 4-6 of them is about right. The recipe calls for 2 oranges, but I usually only need one.

Provided by Tarbean

Categories Whole Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

2 large oranges
2 large lemons
1/4 cup chopped sage leaf
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper
7 lbs chicken, in 8 pieces
sage leaf (to garnish)

Steps:

Grate 1 Tbs of peel and squeeze 3 Tbs juice from the oranges.
Grate 1 Tbs of peel and squeeze 3 Tbs juice from the lemons.
In large bowl, with wire whisk, combine peels, juices, sage, oil, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, turning to coat.
Cover and chill 2 hours; turning 3-4 times. Do not exceed time or chicken will be mushy.
Place chicken on grill over medium heat. Cook 20 minute Turn and cook 10-15 min until juices run clear.
Place in large serving dish and garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 768.8, Fat 53.2, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 241.5, Sodium 1001.9, Carbohydrate 11.2, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 5.7, Protein 60.9