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Colorful plated dish featuring golden-brown chicken breasts glazed with dark balsamic sauce, garnished with fresh herbs, served with roasted vegetables on a rustic white plate, vibrant and appetizing.

Easy Scrumptious Balsamic Chicken for Weeknights

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Juicy chicken breasts cooked in a flavorful balsamic glaze, served with roasted vegetables for a delicious and easy one-pan meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and thyme.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, and garlic.
  5. Pour the balsamic mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
  6. Reduce heat to low and cook for an additional 5 minutes, spooning sauce over the chicken.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust honey for sweetness preference.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 115 mg