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Lemon Basil Chicken

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Serves: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

Lemon Basil Chicken

  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs about 6 pieces
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 cups fresh basil, finely chopped
  • Juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • Salt & pepper

Tomato Herb Salad

  • 3 cups grape or cherry tomatoes quartered
  • 1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs parsley, cilantro, dill, mint
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • Juice from 1/2 lemon
  • Salt & pepper

Serve with

  • Jasmine or basmati rice

Directions

  1. Add the chicken thighs to a bowl with the finely chopped basil, olive oil, lemon juice, zest, garlic and salt & pepper. Toss together to coat evenly
  2. Heat a grill pan or skillet on medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken with any remaining marinade and grill the chicken for about 5-6 minutes per side, until browned. Let rest on a plate for 5 minutes before slicing
  3. While the chicken cooks, prepare the tomato salad. Cut the tomatoes into quarters and add them to a bowl with the olive oil, chopped herbs, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice and salt & pepper
  4. Serve the chicken over rice or your favorite grain, topped with the tomato herb salad