Ingredients
- 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, coarsely crushed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves
- 1 large clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Directions
Whisk 1/3 cup of oil, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, fennel seeds, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a heavy-duty re-sealable plastic bag. Add the chicken and seal the bag. Massage the marinade into the chicken. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 1 day, turning the chicken occasionally.
Meanwhile, blend the basil, garlic, lemon zest, remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a blender until smooth. Gradually blend in the remaining 1/3 cup oil. Season the basil sauce, to taste, with more salt and pepper, if desired.
Prepare the barbecue for medium-high heat or preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to plates. Drizzle the basil sauce over and serve.
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By iagurcia
on November 16, 2011
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Tasty and delicious! My mom simply loves it! Thanks Giada I love your recipes!
By Sarrita
Hilllboro Beach
on September 26, 2011
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Tasty! Thought the fennel seeds might end up overpowering but it went really well with the rest of the flavors.
By ruklin
Glenview, IL
on August 02, 2011
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Yummy, I would have given it 5 starts except I messed up on the dressing, my fault. But a great meal!
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