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                           Mediterranean Chicken
 
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 Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :1:20
 Categories    : Main Course                      Chicken & Poultry
                 International Cuisine
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
                         oil -- for greasing pan
    3      pounds        roasting chicken
    2      large         garlic cloves
    2      tablespoons   green olive oil
    1      tablespoon    minced fresh tarragon
    1      teaspoon      crushed sage
    6      tablespoons   balsamic vinegar
    6      small         new potatoes
      1/4  cup           pitted Greek olives
 
 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly oil a large roasting pan or deep
 casserole.
 
 2. Remove skin from chicken. Place chicken in roasting pan, breast side up.
 Peel and halve garlic cloves, rub surface of chicken with cut garlic, then
 place cloves inside chicken.
 
 3. Mix together olive oil, tarragon, sage, and vinegar. Pour over surface of
 chicken and inside cavity. Cut potatoes in quarters and place olives and
 potatoes around chicken. Cover pan and place in oven.
 
 4. Roast until juice runs clear when a sharp knife is inserted in thigh of
 bird (45 minutes to 1 hour). Slice or cut into serving pieces and serve with
 olives, potatoes, and cooking liquid.
 
 
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 NOTES : Mediterranean Chicken, which can be prepared well in advance, delights
 guests with its unusual flavor combination of herbs, Greek olives, and heady
 balsamic vinegar.  If possible, let the roasting chicken marinate for several
 hours, basting frequently with the sauce, and then roast right before serving.
 It is also great served cold for supper the next day, with a glass of white
 wine and a green salad.

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