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Grilled Chicken with Basil Dressing on a gray plate with two forks. A jar of the dressing is behind the plate.
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Grilled Chicken with Basil Dressing

Grilled Chicken with Basil Dressing is a quick and easy dinner that's perfect for summer or anytime you have a bunch of basil you need to use!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Chicken + Poultry
Cuisine: American
Keyword: basil, chicken, chicken breasts, chicken thighs, grilled chicken
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Danae Halliday

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Basil Dressing

  • 1/2 cup packed basil leaves
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 shallot about 1/4 cup diced
  • 2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
  • 1 clove grated garlic about 1/2 teaspoon
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat grill to 400° F then clean and oil the grates. Combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper and then sprinkle it evenly all over the chicken. Place the chicken on the grill grates and cook for 5-6 minutes. Flip the chicken over and continue to cook until the internal temperature is 165° F. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest while you make the basil dressing.
  • Add all of the ingredients for the basil dressing to a high speed or regular blender. Purée until smooth. Scrape down the sides of the blender and purée again. Taste for seasoning then pour the dressing into a jar or bowl. Serve the dressing drizzled on top of the chicken or on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 173mg | Sodium: 253mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g