Chicken Under A Brick With Fresh Herb And Garlic Sa

Name: Chicken Under A Brick With Fresh Herb And Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 garlic cloves, peeled, divided; 1 1/2 cups (packed) fresh Italian parsley sprig tops; 1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar; 1/4 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves; 1/4 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper; 1 cup olive oil; 8 large boneless chicken breast halves with skin; Nonstick vegetable oil spray; 8 bricks, each wrapped in foil

Servings: persons

12 garlic cloves, peeled, divided
1 1/2 cups (packed) fresh Italian parsley sprig tops
1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup (packed) fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 cup olive oil
8 large boneless chicken breast halves with skin
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
8 bricks, each wrapped in foil

1
Cook 8 garlic cloves in boiling water 2 minutes. Drain garlic. Place in processor and cool. Add remaining 4 garlic cloves and next 6 ingredients. With machine running, gradually add oil, blending until thick sauce forms. Season with salt.
2
Can be made 2 days ahead. Transfer to bowl; cover and chill.
3
Place chicken in large resealable plastic bag. Add 1/2 cup sauce and turn to coat evenly. Chill at least 1/2 hour and up to 4 hours, turning bag occasionally.
4
Spray grill rack with nonstick spray and prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Place chicken, skin side down, on grill. Top each piece with 1 foil-wrapped brick. Grill until skin is golden brown and crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove bricks. Turn chicken over; grill until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Arrange chicken on platter. Spoon some sauce over. Serve, passing remaining sauce separately.

3118

kcal

Calories

269

Fat

106

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 12 garlic cloves, peeled, divided, 1 1/2 cups (packed) fresh Italian parsley sprig tops, 1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves, and more.

Yes, Chicken Under A Brick With Fresh Herb And Garlic Sauce 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.

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Chicken Under A Brick With Fresh Herb And Garlic Sauce

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