Description
Balsamic Chicken is a mouthwatering dish featuring juicy chicken breasts marinated in a rich balsamic glaze. This recipe perfectly balances savory and sweet flavors, creating an unforgettable meal ideal for weeknights or entertaining guests. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you’ll impress family and friends with this quick yet sophisticated dish that’s bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and sear each breast for about 6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Pour reserved marinade into the skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook until slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Slice the chicken, drizzle with sauce, and serve with desired sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg