Grilled Chicken With Basil Dressing Recipe

Name: Grilled Chicken With Basil Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons); 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons); 1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, coarsely crushed; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, plus more to taste; 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaf; 1 large garlic clove; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Servings: persons

2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, coarsely crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, plus more to taste
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaf
1 large garlic clove
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

1
In a resealable bag, combine 1/3 cup of the oil, 3 Tbl. of the lemon juice, the fennel seeds, 3/4 teaspoons of the salt, and 1/2 teaspoons of the pepper. Add the chicken and seal the bag.
2
Massage the marinade into the chicken.
3
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours, turning the chicken occasionally.
4
Meanwhile, in a blender, blend the basil, garlic, lemon zest, remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoons pepper until smooth. Gradually blend in remaining 1/3 cup of oil.
5
Season the basil sauce to taste with more salt and pepper, if desired.
6
Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for medium-high heat or preheat a ridged grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a platter. Drizzle with the basil sauce and serve.

660

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons), 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons), 1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, coarsely crushed, and more.

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

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Grilled Chicken With Basil Dressing

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