Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of savory and sweet with this Fig Glazed Skillet Chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts seared to golden perfection, then smothered in a luscious fig-infused glaze that will tantalize your taste buds. A dish that’s easy to make yet impressively flavorful, this recipe is a must-try for any chicken lover!
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Glaze:
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fig preserves
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Garnish:
- Fresh figs, halved (optional)
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Make the glaze: In the same skillet, add chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, fig preserves, honey, garlic, and thyme. Simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finish the dish: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon glaze over the top, and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internal temperature. Stir in butter to finish the sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh figs and thyme sprigs if desired. Serve warm with your choice of sides.
Notes
- For extra richness, add a splash of red wine to the glaze.
- Bone-in chicken thighs can be used but will require longer cooking time.
- If you prefer a lighter glaze, reduce the amount of honey slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Skillet
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with glaze
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
