Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in balsamic vinegar and honey, stirring to combine. Simmer until the sauce reduces by half, about 3-5 minutes, until thick and syrupy.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the balsamic glaze over each piece. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through and coated with the glaze.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier results; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Check that the balsamic vinegar is gluten-free if needed.
- Best enjoyed fresh; store in an airtight container up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg