2 T. minced garlic
1 T. oil 4 boned and skinned chicken breast halves
1 c. fresh basil, lightly packed
3 T. EACH fresh lemon juice & water
1 T. EACH soy sauce and sugar
1/2 tsp. pepper

Combine garlic and oil in a skillet. Stir often over medium heat until garlic is golden, about 3-4 minutes. With a slotted spoon transfer garlic to a small bowl.

Add chicken to the pan. Cook, turning to lightly brown, about 5 minutes. Thinly slice basil and add 1/2 c. to the pan with the garlic, lemon juice, soy sauce, water, sugar and pepper. Cover and simmer until the chicken is done, about 8 minutes. Spoon juices over the chicken often.Remove to a platter and keep warm.

Boil pan juices, uncovered over high heat and reduce to 1/4 c. Stir in remaining basil and pour over the chicken.