Basil Grilled Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients:

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3/4 tsp fresh coarse ground black pepper
4 skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 cup freshly chopped basil leaves , plus
2 tbsp freshly minced basil leaves
1/3 cup butter, melted , plus
1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
fresh basil , springs (optional)

Directions:

Press the coarsely ground pepper into the meaty side of the chicken breast halves.
Stir the chopped basil into the melted butter.
Brush the chicken lightly with this mixture.
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced basil, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Beat at low speed with an electric mixer until smoothly blended.
Transfer to a small serving bowl; set aside.
Grill the chicken over medium coals for 8 to 10 minutes on each side, basting frequently with the remaining melted butter mixture.
Serve the grilled chicken with the basil-butter mixture.
Garnish with fresh basil springs, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	591.11 Kcal (2475 kJ)
Calories from fat	410.77 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	45.64g	70%
Cholesterol	241.61mg	81%
Sodium	862.48mg	36%
Potassium	695.77mg	15%
Total Carbs	0.6g	0%
Sugars	0.02g	0%
Dietary Fiber	0.2g	1%
Protein	48.31g	97%
Vitamin C	0.5mg	1%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	16%
Iron	0.2mg	1%
Calcium	42mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	205.2 Kcal (859 kJ)
Calories from fat	142.59 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	15.84g	70%
Cholesterol	83.87mg	81%
Sodium	299.4mg	36%
Potassium	241.53mg	15%
Total Carbs	0.21g	0%
Sugars	0.01g	0%
Dietary Fiber	0.07g	1%
Protein	16.77g	97%
Vitamin C	0.2mg	1%
Vitamin A	0.2mg	16%
Iron	0.1mg	1%
Calcium	14.6mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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