Best 11 Lemon Sage Chicken Recipes

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Lemon Sage Chicken is a delightful dish that combines zesty lemon and earthy sage flavors to create a tantalizing culinary experience. Originating from the Mediterranean, this dish is a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. It features tender chicken breasts coated in a flavorful marinade and pan-fried until golden brown. The combination of lemon juice, sage leaves, garlic, olive oil, and white wine creates a tangy and aromatic sauce that complements the chicken perfectly. Served with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad, Lemon Sage Chicken is a healthy and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.

In addition to the main recipe, the article also includes variations for Lemon Sage Chicken with Prosciutto and Lemon Sage Chicken with Artichokes. The Prosciutto variation adds a salty and savory touch to the dish, while the Artichokes variation introduces a slightly nutty and earthy flavor. Both variations are equally delicious and offer a unique twist on the classic Lemon Sage Chicken recipe.

To make this dish, you'll need a few basic ingredients like chicken breasts, lemon juice, sage leaves, olive oil, garlic, white wine, salt, and pepper. The cooking process is simple and straightforward, involving marinating the chicken, pan-frying it, and then simmering it in the flavorful sauce. You can adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts.

Overall, Lemon Sage Chicken is a versatile and delectable dish that is sure to impress your taste buds. Its vibrant flavors, ease of preparation, and healthy ingredients make it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON & SAGE ROASTED CHICKEN



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Whether it's soaking in marinade or baking in the oven, this easy-to-prepare chicken allows ample hands-free time. -Jan Valdez, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh sage
1 roasting chicken (6 to 7 pounds)
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1 medium lemon, cut into wedges
8 medium potatoes, quartered
2 medium onions, quartered
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, 1/4 cup oil, garlic and sage in a shallow dish. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover; refrigerate at least 4 hours. Drain and discard marinade., Loosen chicken skin; rub butter underneath. Fill cavity with lemon wedges. Place chicken, breast side up, on a rack in a roasting pan., Stir together potatoes, onions, salt, pepper and remaining oil. Arrange around chicken. Roast, uncovered, at 350° until a thermometer inserted in thickest part of thigh reads 170°-175°. If chicken browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before carving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 674 calories, Fat 35g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

HERB-ROASTED CHICKEN WITH LEMON AND SAGE



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Provided by Bruce Bromberg

Categories     Chicken     Marinate     Roast     Dinner     Lemon     Sage     Advance Prep Required     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (3- to 3 1/2-pound) whole chicken, patted dry with paper towels
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 bunch of fresh sage leaves (about 1/2 cup)
2 teaspoons kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 medium carrots, peeled and halved crosswise, optional
3 celery stalks, cut crosswise into thirds, optional
1 large onion, peeled and cut into large chunks, optional

Steps:

  • Put the chicken in a large bowl. Add the oil, lemon, and sage; toss well. Cover tightly and transfer to the refrigerator to marinate for 24 hours.
  • The next day, let the chicken stand at room temperature for 30 minutes while the oven preheats to 450°F.
  • Sprinkle the chicken inside and out with the seasoning. Remove the lemon slices and sage from the marinade and stuff them inside the chicken cavity. Scatter the carrots, celery, and onion, if using, over the bottom of a roasting pan. Pour just enough water into the pan to cover the bottom. Arrange the chicken, breast side up, on top of the vegetables, if desired, or place the chicken on a roasting rack over the vegetables.
  • Transfer the pan to the center oven rack; roast for 20 minutes. Baste with the pan juices, and continue roasting, basting once or twice, for 25 minutes more (if the chicken is not golden brown all over at this point, continue to cook for 10 more minutes).
  • Reduce the heat to 325°F. Finish roasting, without basting, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the thigh reads 165°F, 20 to 25 minutes longer. Let the chicken stand for 5 minutes before carving. Serve with the pan juices and vegetables, if desired.

LEMON-SAGE CHICKEN



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While this is my mom's recipe, I had completely forgotten about it and just recently found a copy of this fantastic dish. The rich sauce and wonderful batter that goes on the chicken makes this an exquisite entree that is ideal for company. -Denise Kleffman, Gardena, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/4 cup grated Parmesan and Romano cheese blend
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
SAUCE:
2 tablespoons chopped shallot
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup white wine
4-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
3 tablespoons cold butter

Steps:

  • Flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, cheese and seasonings. Place flour in another shallow bowl. Coat chicken with flour, then dip in egg mixture., In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil in batches. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°., In the drippings, saute shallot until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the wine, lemon juice, herbs and lemon zest; cook over medium heat until liquid is reduced by half. Add cream; cook until thickened, stirring occasionally. Stir in butter until melted. Serve sauce with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593 calories, Fat 38g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 319mg cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 44g protein.

LEMON-SAGE CHICKEN CUTLETS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 pounds)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
All-purpose flour, for dredging
2 large eggs
Juice of 1 lemon, plus lemon wedges for serving
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 sprigs sage, leaves only
1/2 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 to 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Warm Farro Salad, recipe follows, or other grains, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to make 2 thin cutlets. Sprinkle lightly with water, place between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound until 1/4 inch thick. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour some flour into a shallow dish and season with salt. Lightly beat the eggs with the lemon juice in another shallow dish.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Dredge the cutlets in the flour, shaking off any excess; dip in the lemon-egg mixture, coating both sides. Add the cutlets to the skillet and cook until golden on the bottom, about 2 minutes. Add the sage leaves to the skillet, then turn the cutlets and cook until golden on the other side, about 2 more minutes. Transfer the cutlets and sage to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Pour out any remaining oil from the skillet. Add the wine and chicken broth and cook over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 5 minutes. Add the butter and swirl until melted.
  • Transfer the chicken to a platter. Top with the fried sage and drizzle with the pan sauce. Serve with lemon wedges and grains on the side.
  • Toss 2 cups cubed winter squash and 1 pint cherry tomatoes with olive oil and salt on a baking sheet; roast at 425 degrees F until tender, 25 minutes. Meanwhile, combine 1 cup farro or barley in a saucepan with 1/2 teaspoon salt, a pinch of red pepper flakes, a bay leaf and enough water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a simmer over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium low and cook, uncovered, until al dente, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain the farro (remove the bay leaf) and toss with the squash, tomatoes, 1 tablespoon olive oil and 3 tablespoons each chopped parsley and grated pecorino. Season with salt and pepper.

HONEY BRINED CHICKEN WITH LEMON AND SAGE



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h12m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (3 to 4 pound) whole chicken
4 ounces honey
4 ounces salt
1 quart water
2 bay leaves
2 cloves garlic sliced
6 sage leaves
6 thin slices lemon seeds removed
2 ounces olive oil

Steps:

  • Mix honey, salt, water, bay leaves, and garlic together. Pull skin away from chicken just enough to place sage leaves and lemon slices under skin. Truss the chicken and tie the other end of the butcher's twine to the pot handle for a quick retrieval of the brined chicken. Place chicken in liquid and let sit in cooler for 12 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place chicken on roasting rack in oven and brush with olive oil. Bake for about 45 to 50 minutes or until juices run clear.

CHICKEN MILANESE WITH SAGE-AND-LEMON-BUTTER SAUCE



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Golden chicken cutles with a velvety and buttery-lemon-sage sauce. This serves 8, but feel free to cut the recipe in half. From Food and Wine.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons
2 medium shallots, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup chicken stock or 1 cup low-sodium broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 pinch cayenne pepper
salt and fresh ground white pepper
1 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
1 finely grated lemon, zest of
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
2 large eggs
8 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded 1/4 inch thick
salt & freshly ground black pepper
vegetable oil, for frying
1/4 cup chopped parsley

Steps:

  • To prepare the sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of the butter. Add the shallots and cook over moderate heat until softened, 4 minutes. Add the cream, wine and stock and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat until reduced to 1 1/2 cups, 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the remaining 5 tablespoons of butter, 1 tablespoon at a time. Add the sage, lemon juice and cayenne. Season with salt and white pepper and cover.
  • Meanwhile prepare the chicken: In a shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs, panko, cheese, lemon zest and thyme. In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs. Season the eggs and chicken cutlets with salt and black pepper. Dip each cutlet in the egg mixture and let the excess drip off, then dredge in the bread crumbs. Transfer the breaded cutlets to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Preheat the oven to 325°. In each of 2 large skillets, heat 1/4 inch of oil until shimmering. Working in batches, add the breaded cutlets and cook over moderately high heat for 1 minute. Lower the heat to moderate and fry, turning once, until the cutlets are browned and crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain, then keep warm in the oven on another baking sheet while you fry the rest.
  • Rewarm the sauce over moderate heat, stirring constantly. Arrange the cutlets on plates, sprinkle with the parsley and serve with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 526.2, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 221.9, Sodium 629.3, Carbohydrate 19.3, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.2, Protein 43.4

LEMON AND SAGE ROASTED CHICKEN WITH CARAMELIZED ENDIVE



Lemon and Sage Roasted Chicken with Caramelized Endive image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 chicken breasts with the first wing joint attached
1 lemon
12 sage leaves
6 ounces butter
Salt and pepper, to taste
Caramelized endive, recipe follows
6 ounces butter
2 cloves of minced garlic
2 sliced shallots
6 heads endive, sliced thinly lengthwise
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Remove any excess fat off chicken. Slice lemons paper-thin. Under the skin of the chicken place 2 slices of lemon and 2 leaves of sage. Heat butter in large skillet over high flame. Season chicken with salt and pepper and place skin side down in skillet until golden brown. Turn over and sear other side. Place entire skillet on wire rack in oven and cook for 12 to 15 minutes or until done. Remove from oven and serve over caramelized endive.
  • In a large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add your garlic and shallots and cook until translucent about 2 minutes. Place endive in the saucepan, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 20 minutes over low heat, until endive is tender.

OLIVE GARDEN CHICKEN WITH LEMON SAGE SAUCE



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Make and share this Olive Garden Chicken With Lemon Sage Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

6 eggs, whole
1/4 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup fresh romano cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped or 2 teaspoons dried basil
4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, split
2 cups flour, seasoned with
salt and black pepper
1/2 cup olive oil (or as needed)
1/4 cup shallot, finely chopped
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh sage, finely chopped
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1/2 cup white wine
1 cup heavy cream
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 350ºF.
  • To make the PICCATTA BATTER, combine eggs, cheeses, parsley and basil together in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
  • To prepare the CHICKEN, pound chicken breasts until ¼" thick.
  • Dredge chicken in the flour mixture and dip it in the Piccata batter; coat evenly on both sides.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet on medium heat. Place chicken in the skillet and fry until edges are golden brown on each side.
  • Transfer chicken from skillet into a baking pan.
  • BAKE in a 350ºF oven for 5-6 minutes, until juices run clear.
  • To make the SAUCE, drain 3/4 of the oil from skillet and add the shallots, garlic and herbs.
  • Saute over medium heat until shallots are transparent.
  • Add lemon juice, lemon zest, white wine and reduce liquid by 1/2.
  • Add heavy cream and simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Remove pan from heat and whip in the cold butter.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • To SERVE, pour ¼ cup of sauce on plate and place chicken on top. Serve immediately.

TOMATO LEMON CHICKEN BREASTS WITH SAGE



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I got this recipe from a borrowed cookbook (I can't remember the name of it) a few years ago. I've since adapted it a little bit, but not too much. It has become one of my tried-and-true recipes. I usually serve it with rice pilaf and a tossed salad, but once I served it with new potatoes and crusty rolls, and that was good too.

Provided by Rainberry Blues

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large carrot, finely chopped
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh lemon rind
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1 chicken bouillon cube, dissolved in
1/3 cup water
3 tablespoons lemon juice
fresh sage leaf, for garnish (optional)
lemon slice, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with a bit of salt and pepper.
  • Over medium heat, lightly brown chicken on both sides for 5- 7 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  • In the same pan, saute onion, garlic, and carrot for about 5 minutes, stirring often, until onion just starts to brown.
  • Add sage, lemon rind, and remaining salt and pepper.
  • Cook 1 minute.
  • Add tomato and bouillon.
  • Scrape up any browned bits in the pan and stir them in.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Return chicken and any juices to pan.
  • Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Turn chicken once.
  • Stir in lemon juice and cook, uncovered, 5- 10 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink inside.
  • Serve with pan juices.
  • Garnish with sage and lemon, if desired.

LEMON SAGE CHICKEN



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MY DAUGHTER MADE A VERSION OF THIS DISH ...THIS IS MINE...ADDED SAUCE ;) BOTH WER DELICIOUS...ENJOY

Provided by Lora DiGs

Categories     Chicken

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 large boneless chicken breast, sliced 1/8-1/4"
2 large egg
1 large lemon, just using the juice
20 medium sage leaves
1 1/2 c flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp blk pepper
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 c olive oil, dividd
SAUCE
1/2 c white wine
1/2 c chicken broth
1 Tbsp butter

Steps:

  • 1. IN A PLATE COMBINE FLOUR WITH S n P AND GARLIC POWDER...IN A PIE PLATE (or similar) BEAT TOGETHER EGGS N JUICE FROM LEMON.
  • 2. HEAT 1/2 THE OLIVE OIL IN A LARGE PAN...NOW DIP ONE PIECE OF CHICKEN IN SEASOND FLOUR THEN DIP INTO LEMON/EGG MIXTURE.
  • 3. PLACE IN PAN N COOK FOR 3 MINUTES THEN FLIP N ADD 1/2 SAGE LEAVES N COOK AN ADDTNL 3 MIN THEN REMOVE TO PLATTER...CONTINUE WITH REMAINN CHICKN ;)
  • 4. NOW ADD CHICKEN BROTH N WINE TO PAN N COOK FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES OR UNTIL REDUCED A BIT...TURN OFF HEAT N ADD BUTTER.
  • 5. POUR OVER CHICKEN N SERVE IMMEDIATELY...ENJOY :)

GRILLED LEMON-SAGE CHICKEN



GRILLED LEMON-SAGE CHICKEN image

Categories     Chicken     Grill/Barbecue

Yield 6 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
6 lemon slices, cut in half
Fresh sage leaves
Marinade:
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp grated lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh sage leaves
1 tbl chopped fresh rosemary or 1 tsp dried
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp black peppercorns, cracked
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • 1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the marinade ingredients. 2. Put the chicken with the smooth side up between 2 sheets of parchment paper. 3. Using the smooth side of a meat mallet, lightly flatten the chicken to a thickness of 1/4 inch, being careful not to tear the meat. Add to the marinade. 4. Seal the bag & turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 8 hours, turning occasionally. Discard the marinade. 5. Grill chicken. Garnish chicken with lemon slices & sage leaves.

Tips:

  • Brine the chicken: This helps to keep the chicken moist and flavorful. For best results, brine the chicken for at least 4 hours, or up to overnight.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs, such as sage and thyme, add a delicious flavor to the chicken. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use less, as they are more concentrated.
  • Brown the chicken before baking: Browning the chicken helps to develop flavor and create a crispy skin. To brown the chicken, cook it over medium-high heat in a skillet until it is golden brown on all sides.
  • Roast the chicken at a high temperature: Roasting the chicken at a high temperature helps to cook it quickly and evenly. For best results, roast the chicken at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest before serving: Let the chicken rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. This helps the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Lemon sage chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can ensure that your lemon sage chicken turns out perfect every time. Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice. Enjoy!

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