Basil Grilled Chicken Recipe

Name: Basil Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ teaspoon coarse fresh ground black pepper; 4 bone-in skinless chicken breast halves, fat discarded,washed,and patted dry; ¼ cup melted butter or ¼ cup margarine; ¼ cup chopped fresh basil; ½ cup slightly softened butter or ½ cup margarine; ¼ cup minced fresh basil; 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese; ½ teaspoon garlic granules; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; fresh basil sprig (to garnish) (optional)

Servings: persons

¾ teaspoon coarse fresh ground black pepper
4 bone-in skinless chicken breast halves, fat discarded,washed,and patted dry
¼ cup melted butter or ¼ cup margarine
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
½ cup slightly softened butter or ½ cup margarine
¼ cup minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon garlic granules
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
fresh basil sprig (to garnish) (optional)

1
Press 3/4 Tsp pepper into meaty sides of chicken breasts.
2
Combine melted butter with 1/4 cup chopped basil.
3
Brush chicken lightly with the melted butter mixture.
4
Prepare charcoal grill for medium heat.
5
Combine softened butter with minced basil, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and 1/4 Tsp pepper in a small bowl.
6
Whip until blended and smooth, transfer to a small serving bowl, and refrigerate until needed.
7
Grill chicken over medium coals for 8-10 minutes on each side or until done, basting frequently with melted butter mixture and turning occasionally.
8
Serve grilled chicken with basil-butter.
9
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ teaspoon coarse fresh ground black pepper, 4 bone-in skinless chicken breast halves, fat discarded,washed,and patted dry, ¼ cup melted butter or ¼ cup margarine, ¼ cup chopped fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Basil Grilled Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Basil Grilled Chicken

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