Basil & Garlic Slathered Chicken**
Source of Recipe
mystic6799
List of Ingredients
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil to taste, plus additional for the grill
Few drops lemon juice (optional)
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 11/2 pounds)
Recipe
In a food processor or a mortar, process or mash the garlic together with the salt. Add the basil and pepper and continue to mix until well-combined. Add just enough oil to make a paste. If desired, add a few drops of lemon juice. Set aside.
Pat the chicken dry. Place the chicken between 2 sheets of wax paper or plastic wrap and, using your hand, a skillet or a rolling pin, gently flatten it to an even thickness of about a half-inch. Transfer to a resealable plastic bag or a plate, add the basil paste and shake or smear to coat the chicken evenly.
Preheat the grill or place a grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the rack or pan. Grill the chicken, turning once, just until cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Serve hot.
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