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Basil Marinated Chicken Thighs
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Basil Marinated Chicken Thighs

Course Main
Cuisine Italian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time: 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4
Author Pam - For the Love of Cooking / Original Food Network

Equipment

  • Grill Pan

Ingredients

  • 5 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove of garlic minced finely
  • 1½ tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • Sea salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Make the marinade by whisking together the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, basil, sea salt, and freshly cracked pepper, to taste, in a zip-lock bag.
  • Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, seal the bag, and shake to combine evenly. Refrigerate for 3-12 hours.
  • Remove the chicken from the refrigerator 20 minutes before cooking.
  • Heat a grill pan coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat them dry with a paper towel. Season each chicken thigh with a bit of sea salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste, on both sides.
  • Cook the chicken by placing the thighs on the hot grill pan, cook for 4 minutes then flip over.
  • Cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove from the grill pan and let the meat rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy.