Description
Try our delicious recipe for Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast – a simple and flavorful dinner option. Discover how to make it today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried thyme.
- Step 2: Whisk the ingredients together until well blended, ensuring the honey dissolves completely.
- Step 3: Season the marinade with salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 4: Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.
- Step 5: Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag tightly or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
- Step 6: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2 to 4 hours for best results.
- Step 7: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Step 8: Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes.
- Step 9: Line a baking dish with aluminum foil or parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil.
- Step 10: Place the marinated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish, spaced evenly.
- Step 11: Pour any remaining marinade over the chicken.
- Step 12: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Step 13: Optionally, baste the chicken with pan juices halfway through baking.
- Step 14: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
- Step 15: Prepare any desired sides while the chicken rests.
- Step 16: Slice the chicken into thick pieces for serving.
- Step 17: Arrange the sliced chicken on a serving platter and drizzle with pan juices.
- Step 18: Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Step 19: Serve with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or quinoa.
- Step 20: Allow any leftovers to cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Step 21: Reheat in a microwave or oven until warmed through.
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg