*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                          Basil Grilled Chicken

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chicken

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     3/4  teaspoon      Coarsely ground pepper
   4                    Chicken breast halves -- skinless, WITH bone
     1/3  cup           Butter or margarine -- melted
     1/4  cup           Fresh basil -- chopped
     1/2  cup           Butter or margarine -- softened
   2      tablespoons   Fresh basil -- minced
   1      tablespoon    Parmesan cheese -- grated
     1/4  teaspoon      Garlic powder
     1/8  teaspoon      Salt
     1/8  teaspoon      Pepper

Press pepper into meaty sides of chicken breast halves.
 Combine melted butter and chopped basil; stir well.
 Brush chicken lightly with melted butter mixture.
 Combine softened butter, basil, parmesan cheese, garlic powder,
 salt and pepper in a small bowl.
 Beat at low speed of an electric mixer until mixture is well blended and smooth.
 Transfer to a small serving bowl; set aside.
 Grill chicken over medium coals 8-10 minutes on each side, basting frequently 
with remaining melted butter mixture. 
Serve grilled chicken with basil-butter mixture. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs, if desired.

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