Chicken with sage, tomatoes, and lemon

4 servings

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The word 'sage' is believed to come from the Latin word 'salvus' which means 'safe', referring to its' supposed healing power. If fresh sage is unavailable, sue crushed dried sage and not the ground variety. Serve with fluffy rice and lightly sauteed zucchini. 4 chicken breasts 3 tbsp olive oil ¾ tsp salt ½ tsp pepper 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 large carrot, chopped 1 tbsp finely grated lemon rind 1 tbsp chopped fresh sage or 1 tsp dried 1 large tomato, peeled, seeded and chopped ⅓ cup chicken stock 3 tbsp lemon juice fresh sage leaves lemon slices Remove skin from chicken; debone if desired. In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken and pinch each of the salt and pepper, turning once, for 5-7 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Remove to plate, cover and keep warm. Add onion, garlic and carrot to pan. Cook, stirring for about 5 minutes or until onion starts to turn golden. Stir in lemon ride, sage and remaining salt and pepper.

Cook for one minute. Stir in tomato and chicken stock, stirring to scrape up brown bits. Bring to boil. REduce heat and return chicken to pan. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, turning chicken once. Stir in lemon juice. Cook, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside. Serve with pan juices. Garnish with sage leaves and lemon slices. Makes 4 servings. Per Serving: about 260 calories, 29 gram protein, 12 grams fat, 9 grams carbohydrate.

Origin: Canadian Living, October/94. Shared by: Sharon Stevens, Sept/94.

Submitted By SHARON STEVENS On 09-30-94

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