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Delicious Baked Balsamic Chicken Breast served with fresh herbs

Balsamic Glazed Chicken

Tender and flavorful chicken breasts drizzled with a glossy balsamic glaze, perfect for any weeknight or weekend dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken Ingredients

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Evenly sized for even cooking

Balsamic Marinade

  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar Use a good quality aged balsamic for richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin recommended
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • to taste salt and black pepper Season both sides evenly
  • for garnish fresh basil leaves Optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, dried thyme, and dried rosemary until well combined.
  • Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  • Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish large enough to hold them in a single layer.
  • Pour the balsamic mixture over the chicken breasts, turning to coat them evenly. Allow them to marinate for at least 15 minutes or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours.

Cooking

  • Once marinated, place the baking dish in the preheated oven.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  • If desired, baste the chicken with the balsamic sauce halfway through the cooking time.
  • Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Slice the chicken and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Notes

Marinate up to 2 hours ahead; Refrigerate cooked chicken up to 4 days in an airtight container. Freeze cooked portions up to 3 months, thaw in the refrigerator before reheating. Overbasting with cold sauce, skipping seasoning, or not checking internal temperature can affect outcome.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 36gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6g
Keyword Balsamic Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, glazed chicken, marinated chicken, Weeknight Dinner
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