Easy Lemon Basil Chicken

Submitted by BettyBaker1

"This is a super easy, 5-ingredient, very flavorful entree that was given to me by a friend. You can cook it all on the stove-top or finish it in the oven. And it can be gluten-free."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1⁄3 cup olive oil, divided
• 1⁄3 cup lemon juice
• 1⁄3 cup soy sauce (gluten-free)
• 4 tablespoons dried basil
• 4 chicken pieces

directions

1. Sprinkle chicken, both sides, with basil (1 T per piece). It should be a liberal coating; you can even use more than what's listed.
2. Heat a fry pan on medium-high and add 1 T of the olive oil.
3. Mix remaining oil, lemon juice and soy sauce. Set aside.
4. Brown chicken in oil, both sides. Add liquid mix. Bring to a boil.
5. At this point you can either place chicken in an oven pan and bake at 375°F or just turn the stove down to a simmer; cook for 15-20 min for boneless and 40-45 min for bone-in chicken.

Reviews

[J. Irish]

My husband LOVES this. I have to make it at least once a week now. It made me write my very first review. The only changes I've made is 1) Fresh basil with just a little dried, and 2) After I cook the chicken in the oil/juice/soy mixture, I reduce the sauce to thicken, then baste the chicken with the thick version before baking for 10 minutes. I also add fresh black pepper and chipotle powder, but that's me.

 

[Diana 2]

If you like basil, you'll love this recipe. Easy, tender, juicy, and I loved the flavour. I let it simmer on the stove while I prepared the rest of the meal. Will be making this again. Thanks Betty Baker for a terrific supper. Made for Spring PAC 2009.