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Fresh Italian Herb Chicken Breasts
You will want to double this recipe, & add to your salad the next day. This is an adaptation of my favorite cilantro-lime chicken, and it's now tied for FAV. Great to have options!
- Prep time
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- Cook time
- Not listed
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 6 chicken breasts
- One bunch coarse chopped fresh Basil Leaves (about 1/2 cup packed)
- 2 Tbs Fresh Oregano leaves.
- 1 Tbs Fresh Thyme leaves.
- 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2-4 garlic cloves (adds so much flavor & the garlic is good for us!)
- 1 tsp Sea Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- 1
Blend until thick paste or pesto}
- 2
{Combine all ingredients and the chicken in a ziploc.
- 3
Coat chicken well.
- 4
Place in the refrigerator to Marinate 2-6 hours}
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■After marinating the chicken breasts, let sit on counter for 15-20 minutes, then place breasts on a flat sheet pan.
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Bake at 350 for 35-45 minutes (varies depending on size, do not over cook) just until the juices run clear.
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Prep 2 batches at a time, so you have extra protein for the next day!
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Serve with fresh tomatoes & sautéed fresh zucchini.