Rao's Famous Lemon Chicken (Pollo Al Limone)
Serves: 3
Santos Walker
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
48
Spice
45
Sweetness
39
Sourness
39
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.5
Difficulty
Ingredients:
2 cups
Lemon Juice (fresh)1 cup
Olive Oil1 tbsp
Red Wine Vinegar1.5 tsps
Garlic (minced)1 tsp
Oregano (dried)1
SaltDirections:
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Watch how to make this recipe
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To attain maximum heat, preheat broiler for at least 15 minutes before using
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Broil chicken halves, turning once, for about 30 minutes or until skin is golden-brown and juices run clear when bird is pierced with a fork
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Remove chicken from broiler, leaving broiler on
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Using a very sharp knife, cut each half into about 6 pieces (leg, thigh, wing, 3 small breast pieces)
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Place chicken on a baking sheet with sides, of a size that can fit into the broiler
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Pour Lemon Sauce over the chicken and toss to coat well
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If necessary, divide sauce in half and do this in two batches
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Return to broiler and broil for 3 minutes
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Turn each piece and broil for an additional minute
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Remove from broiler and portion each chicken into each of 6 warm serving plates
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Pour sauce into a heavy saucepan
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Stir in parsley and place over high heat for 1 minute
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Pour an equal amount of sauce over each chicken and serve with lots of crusty bread to absorb the sauce
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Whisk together juice, oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, and salt and pepper
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Cover and refrigerate until ready to use
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Whisk or shake vigorously before using