Description
This Balsamic Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts are seared to perfection and then simmered in a tangy balsamic glaze until juicy and delicious. Serve over rice or alongside mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Balsamic Glaze:
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon honey
For Garnish:
- Fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sear the chicken on both sides until golden, then set aside.
- Make the Glaze: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, then add balsamic vinegar, chicken broth, and honey. Simmer to reduce.
- Finish Cooking: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or over a bed of rice or quinoa.
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 310 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
