Grilled Basil-Marinated Chicken

Name: Grilled Basil-Marinated Chicken
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon chopped basil leaves, plus 4 sprigs for garnish; 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 pounds)

8 ingredients

7 steps

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped basil leaves, plus 4 sprigs for garnish
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns
1 clove garlic, chopped
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 pounds)

Directions

1

Whisk together the oil, vinegar, basil, onion, salt, peppercorns, and garlic in a bowl.
2

Transfer the marinade to a gallon-sized sealable plastic bag with the chicken and shake to combine.
3

Refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 12 hours.
4

When ready to cook, build a charcoal fire or preheat gas grill.
5

Remove chicken from the marinade.
6

Grill the chicken, turning once, until browned and just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
7

Transfer the chicken to a platter and garnish with the basil sprigs.