Ingredients

3/4 tsp. coarsely ground pepper
4 chicken breast halves, skinned
1/3 C. butter/margarine, melted
1/4 C. chopped fresh basil
1/2 C. butter/margarine, softened
2 Tbsp. minced fresh basil
1 Tbsp. grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
fresh basil sprigs (optional)

Cooking Instructions

Press 3/4 tsp. pepper into meaty side of chicken breast halves. Combine 1/3 C. melted butter and 1/4 C. chopped basil; stir well. Brush chicken lightly with melted butter mixture. Combine 1/2 C. softened butter, 2 Tbls. 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 to 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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