Marinated Chicken Breasts

1. 1

   Peel onion and garlic. Cut onion into 1/8 thick slices and separate rings. Mince garlic. Set aside.

2. 2

   Squeeze enough lemon juice to measure 1/2 cup. grate enough lemon zest to measure 1 T. Slice remaining lemon for garnish.

3. 3

   In shallows glass or stainless steel baking, pan combine onion, garlic, lemon juice, zest, olive oil, thyme, basil, salt and pepper. Stir to combine.

4. 4

   Add chicken breasts and turn to coat with marinade. Leave breasts, skin side up, seal dish with plastic wrap and marinade for at least 30 minutes. I usually use a zip lock and just keep moving them around.

5. 5

   When ready to BBQ, place grill rack 3 inches from heat. Arrange chicken breasts on rack, cut side down, and grill one minute. Turn and grill another minute on the other side.

6. 6

   Raise grill rack to 4 inches transfer marinade to a small pan and set on the side of the grill to bring marinade to a simmer. Brush chicken with marinade and continue cooking and basting until chicken is firm to the touch. About 15 minutes. Turn chicken as needed to ensure even color.

7. 7

   Place the chicken and garnish with lemons, parsley, and/or basil.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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