Name: Grilled Chicken Breast with White Rosemary Barbecue Sauce
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 2/3 cup mayonnaise; Grated zest of 1/2 lemon; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary; 1 large garlic clove, crushed through a press; 8 boneless and skinless chicken breast halves (about 6 ounces each), well trimmed of excess fat; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

This recipe is perfect for a family reunion or any large summer gathering. If your party is being held at a park, be sure to bring charcoal, a chimney starter, oil for the grill grate, and a sturdy grill brush. These chicken breasts cook quickly, but let the coals burn down to medium-hot to cut down on pesky flare-ups.

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