Description
This Balsamic Chicken recipe is a delightful mix of sweet and savory flavors that come together to create a delicious glaze for tender chicken breasts. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Balsamic Glaze:
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 4–5 minutes per side.
- Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, basil, and oregano.
- Cook the chicken: Pour the balsamic mixture into the skillet, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 5–7 minutes, turning the chicken to coat in the glaze until fully cooked.
- Serve: Spoon the glaze over the chicken before serving and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or a bed of greens.
- You can also add cherry tomatoes or sautéed spinach to the skillet for extra color and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
