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BASIL LIME CHICKEN



Basil Lime Chicken image

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Provided by Cris

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 Limes (juice and zest Divided)
3 T Olive Oil
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 T Dijon Mustard
3 T Worcestershire Sauce
3 T Soy Sauce
6 Green Onions Chopped Divided
4 Cloves Garlic Minced Divided
2 T Chopped Basil
Salt and Pepper to taste
3 lbs Chicken Breasts

Steps:

  • Combine the zest and juice of 2 limes, Olive Oil, Mustard, Worcestershire, Soy, 3 onions, 2 garlic cloves salt and pepper and mix well.
  • Cut chicken into even cutlets and place in a gallon sized baggie.
  • Pour marinade over the chicken and marinate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat grill.
  • Place chicken on grill and grill for 7 minutes.
  • Then flip and cook until internal temp reaches 170.
  • Remove from grill and let meat rest.
  • Meanwhile combine juice and zest of one lime with extra virgin olive oil, 3 chopped onions, 2 minced garlic cloves, basil.
  • Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and pour sauce over top.

CHICKEN WITH BASIL AND LIME



Chicken with Basil and Lime image

The lime-and-soy-marinated chicken is delicious added to the coconut-curry soup, but it can also be served on its own. (Double the recipe if you want each person to have a full serving of chicken.)

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 2 to 3 limes)
1 tablespoon safflower or peanut oil
2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 large shallot, thinly sliced into rings
Coarse salt
2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 8 ounces each), pounded to an even thickness (about 3/4 inch)
1 cup basil leaves

Steps:

  • Stir together 1 tablespoon lime juice, oil, soy sauce, sugar, shallot, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in an 8-inch square baking dish. Add chicken; toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat broiler. Arrange chicken on top of shallot in dish. Broil 8 inches from heat source until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Flip chicken, arranging shallots around sides. Broil until chicken is cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes more. Let stand for 5 minutes. Slice chicken crosswise. Reserve pan juices.
  • Transfer chicken and reserved pan juices to a bowl. Toss with basil and remaining tablespoon lime juice.

CROCK POT BASIL LIME CHICKEN



Crock Pot Basil Lime Chicken image

Let us show you how easy it is to make this flavorful Crock Pot Basil Lime Chicken that will have everyone asking for seconds!

Provided by Cris

Categories     Main Course

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken ((we used thighs))
Salt and Pepper (to taste)
3 Limes juice and zest (Divided)
3 tablespoon Olive Oil
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
3 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
3 tablespoon Soy Sauce
6 Green Onions (Chopped, Divided)
4 Cloves Garlic Minced (Divided)
2 tablespoon Basil (Chopped )

Steps:

  • Combine the zest and juice of 2 limes, Olive Oil, Mustard, Worcestershire, Soy, 3 green onions, 2 garlic cloves, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Mix well.
  • Place chicken in a gallon sized baggie.
  • Pour marinade over the chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour to overnight.
  • Remove chicken from bag and place in a 6 quart slow cooker.
  • Discard bag and juices.
  • Slow cook chicken for 2-3 hours on high or 4-5 hours on low.
  • Meanwhile combine juice and zest of one lime with extra virgin olive oil, 3 chopped onions, 2 minced garlic cloves and basil to make a dressing.
  • Plate chicken and pour dressing over top before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 46 g, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Sodium 876 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRILLED BASIL CHICKEN



Grilled Basil Chicken image

This cinch of a marinade gives the chicken lots of Italian flavor. Serve the chicken with a tossed green salad and garlic breadsticks, or put slices on a ciabatta roll along with lettuce, tomato and mozzarella cheese for a zesty handheld meal. -Lisa Moriarty, Wilton, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped red onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
Grilled romaine, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Add chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 8 hours or overnight., Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165°. If desired, serve over grilled romaine. Freeze option: Freeze chicken with marinade in a resealable plastic freezer bag. To use, thaw in refrigerator overnight. Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Grill as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 156mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY LIME BASIL ROAST CHICKEN



Easy Lime Basil Roast Chicken image

This was the first recipe my mom taught me - mostly so I could get it started before she would get home from work. It's so easy and yum! I always serve with plain white rice - the juice is great on it - and steamed broccoli.

Provided by WickedCook17

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 3h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 -8 lbs whole chickens (any size would work though)
1 -2 lime
1 1/2 tablespoons dried basil (more or less to taste)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Squeeze juice of halved lime(s) all over chicken.
  • Sprinkle liberally inside and out with basil.
  • Put 1 or 2 lime halves into cavity.
  • Cook approximately 30 minutes per pound, or until done.
  • Spoon juice over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 637.5, Fat 46.5, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 213.9, Sodium 199.6, Carbohydrate 1.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.2, Protein 50.4

BASIL LIME CHICKEN RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Basil Lime Chicken Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by Malooga

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 Limes (juice and zest) Divided
3 T Olive Oil
1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (I do not use this much...I eyeball it)
3 T Dijon Mustard
3 T Worcestershire Sauce
3 T Soy Sauce
6 Green Onions Chopped Divided
4 Cloves Garlic Minced Divided
1/4 cup Chopped Basil
Salt and Pepper to taste
3 lbs Chicken Breasts
1 jalapeno

Steps:

  • Combine the zest and juice of 2 limes, Olive Oil, Mustard, Worcestershire, Soy, 3 onions, 2 garlic cloves salt and pepper and mix well. Cut chicken into even cutlets and place in a gallon sized baggie. Pour marinade over the chicken and marinate for 2+ hours (I marinate overnight) Preheat grill or grill pan Place chicken on grill and grill for 7 minutes. Then flip and cook until internal temp reaches 170. Remove from grill and let meat rest. Meanwhile combine juice and zest of 2 lime with extra virgin olive oil, 3 chopped onions, 2 minced garlic cloves, jalepeno, basil. Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and pour sauce over top.

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