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Balsamic, Garlic, and Basil Marinated Chicken Breasts
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Balsamic, Garlic, and Basil Marinated Chicken Breasts

This delightful recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp basil fresh
  • salt to taste, sea salt and freshly cracked
  • black pepper to taste, sea salt and freshly cracked
  • 4 chicken breast trimmed of excess fat, skinless, boneless

Instructions

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  1. Combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, basil, sea salt, and freshly cracked pepper, to taste, together in a large zip-lock bag.  Mix until well combined, add the chicken breasts, seal, and place in the refrigerator for 2-24 hours.
  2. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 20 minutes before grilling.
  3. Coat the grill rack with cooking spray then heat on high or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.  
  4. Season both sides of the chicken with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste, and place the chicken on the grill to cook for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the juices run clear.  
  5. Let the chicken rest for 5-7 minutes before slicing and serving with more chopped basil sprinkled on top.  Enjoy.