Grilled Basil Chicken

What a simple and satisfying summer dish. Enjoy it as lunch or a side dish at the cookout. These ingredients are straight from the garden.

Ingredients

¾ cup balsamic vinegar

¼ cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves

2 tbsp. olive oil

1 garlic clove minced

½ tsp. salt

4 cherry tomatoes or 1 medium tomato

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Fire up the grill and get ready for a delicious recipe. Fresh basil and tomatoes from the garden are perfect to use. Make sure you wash them carefully. For marinade, place the first 6 ingredients in a blender. Cover and process until well blended. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and cover with marinade. Cover dish and refrigerate for about 1 hour, turning occasionally. Place chicken on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill chicken 4 – 6 minutes per side. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165℉ as measured with a food thermometer. Enjoy!