GRILLED CITRUS-MARINATED POUSSIN

Grilled Citrus-Marinated Poussin image

Provided by Florence Fabricant

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

1 juice orange, diced (skin on)
1 lemon, rinsed and diced (skin on)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 poussins (baby chickens), halved
1 lemon, cut in 6 wedges

Steps:

Combine orange, lemon, oregano and wine in food processor, and puree. Add orange juice and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to large bowl.
Place poussins in marinade, turning to coat well. Cover; refrigerate 3 to 4 hours.
Preheat grill. Grill poussins, turning once, until evenly browned and cooked through, about 45 minutes. Arrange on platter, garnish with lemon wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 658, UnsaturatedFat 34 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 44 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 762 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams