Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken

Name: Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 47 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of excess fat; 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon peel; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons Corn Oil; ½ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves

Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken is made with chicken breasts, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh basil, marinated and grilled for a flavorful meal. It’s straightforward and perfect for a casual dinner.

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Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 12 minutes
Marinate: 15 minutes
Total: 47 minutes

Ingredients

Serves/makes 6

6 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed of excess fat
1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon peel
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons Corn Oil
½ cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1.
Lightly pound chicken to an even 3/4-inch thickness. Pat chicken dry using paper towels and place in a large resealable plastic bag.
2.
Combine lemon peel, lemon juice, garlic, salt, oil and basil in a blender or food processor. Pulse for 30 seconds or until well blended.
3.
Pour the marinade over the chicken, seal the bag and turn to coat chicken thoroughly. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to overnight.
4.
Preheat grill to medium-high heat or about 400 degrees F.
5.
Remove chicken from marinade and discard marinade.
6.
Grill for 4 to 6 minutes per side or until cooked through.
7.
Transfer to serving plate and garnish with additional basil, if desired.