Description
Juicy Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast brings Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table with minimal effort. Tangy balsamic glaze and herbs create a succulent main dish that will delight you at first bite.
Ingredients
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Main Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) honey
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Prepare a baking dish and arrange the chicken breasts, ensuring they are positioned to absorb maximum flavor.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, honey, and Dijon mustard until smoothly combined.
- Generously coat each chicken breast with the balsamic mixture, rotating to ensure complete and even coverage across the entire surface.
- Position the baking dish in a preheated oven at 400F (200C), allowing the chicken to roast and develop a rich, caramelized exterior.
- Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C) and exhibits a golden-brown appearance.
- Remove from the oven and allow the chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes, enabling the juices to redistribute and ensure maximum tenderness.
- Slice the chicken against the grain and drizzle with the concentrated pan juices for an extra burst of flavor before serving.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for extra flavor by letting it sit in the balsamic mixture for 30 minutes to 2 hours before baking, enhancing the depth of taste.
- Choose thin chicken breasts or butterfly thicker cuts to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- For a low-carb version, replace honey with a sugar-free sweetener like stevia or monk fruit to reduce overall sugar content.
- Enhance the dish’s versatility by using the same marinade for other proteins like pork tenderloin or tofu, adapting the cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 202 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 273 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 72 mg