Saturday, January 5, 2008

Grilled Chicken with Basil Dressing


2/3 c extra virgin olive oil
3 tb plus 1/4 c fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp anise or fennel seeds
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp freshly ground pepper
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 package fresh basil
1 large clove garlic
1 tsp grated lemon zest

Whisk 1/3 c oil, 3 tb lemon juice, fennel seeds, 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper in a baggie. Mix. Add chicken.  refrigerate at least 30 minutes and up to 1 day.  

Blend basil, garlic, lemon zest, 1/4 c lemon juice, 3/4 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper in a blender until smooth.  Gradually blend and then add 1/3 c oil. Add more salt if desired.

Grill chicken until cooked through.  Transfer chicken to plates and drizzle with the basil sauce.

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