Ingredients
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1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
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5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 garlic cloves, roasted and mashed
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt
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1 medium tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
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1/4 cup small green pimento stuffed olive, thinly sliced
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3 tablespoons capers, rinsed
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1 garlic clove, finely chopped
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
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4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
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2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, finely sliced
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1 large Hass avocado, ripe, finely chopped
Instructions
- In sealable plastic bag, combine chicken and marinade of lemon peel, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Seal bag and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- In bowl, whisk together remaining 3 tablespoons lemon juice, roasted garlic, remaining 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, sea salt and fresh ground pepper. Mix in tomato, green olives, capers, basil and avocado; set aside.
- Remove chicken from bag and discard marinade. Grill over medium-hot coals for 4 to 5 minutes per side or to desired degree of doneness.
- Serve with Avocado Tapenade.