Cook The Book: Chicken In Basil Cream Recipe

Name: Cook The Book: Chicken In Basil Cream
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large whole chicken breasts (about 2 pounds), skin and bones removed; 1/2 red onion, sliced paper thin; 1/2 cup finely chopped celery; 1 1/2 cups seedless green grapes, halved; 1 clove garlic, sliced; 1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 small head red leaf lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed, and dried

Servings: persons

2 large whole chicken breasts (about 2 pounds), skin and bones removed
1/2 red onion, sliced paper thin
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1 1/2 cups seedless green grapes, halved
1 clove garlic, sliced
1 1/2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves, rinsed and patted dry
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sugar
1 small head red leaf lettuce, leaves separated, rinsed, and dried

1
Place the chicken breasts in a large saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the breasts. Drain and cool.
2
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl. Add the onion, celery, and grapes.
3
For the basil cream: combine the garlic, basil, and lemon juice in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. Add the mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and sugar, and pulse a few times to blend. Pour over the chicken and mix well to coat all.
4
Distribute the lettuce among four serving plates. Top each with a scoop of the chicken in basil cream and serve.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large whole chicken breasts (about 2 pounds), skin and bones removed, 1/2 red onion, sliced paper thin, 1/2 cup finely chopped celery, 1 1/2 cups seedless green grapes, halved, and more.

Yes, Cook The Book: Chicken In Basil Cream 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.

Cook The Book: Chicken In Basil Cream

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