Grilled Chicken with Basil Dressing

Grilled Chicken with Basil Dressing

Serves 6: 205 calories and two carbs per serving.

Ingredients:

1. 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2. Three tablespoons plus

3. 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

4. 1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds, coarsely crushed

5. 1 1/2 teaspoons salt

6. One teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper

7. 6 (4 oz) boneless skinless chicken breasts

8. 1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves

9. One large clove of garlic

10. One teaspoon grated lemon zest

Directions: 

1. Whisk 1/3 cup of oil, three tablespoons of lemon juice, fennel seeds, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a heavy-duty re-sealable plastic bag.

2. Add the chicken and seal the bag. Massage the marinade into the chicken.

3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 1 day, turning the chicken occasionally. Meanwhile, blend the basil, garlic, lemon zest, remaining 1/4 cup lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper until smooth.

4. Gradually blend in the remaining 1/3 cup oil. Season the basil sauce, to taste, with more salt and pepper, if desired. Prepare the barbecue for medium-high heat or preheat a grill pan.

5. Grill the chicken until just cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to plates. Drizzle the basil sauce over and serve.