Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast
If you’re searching for a quick yet flavorful dinner option, look no further than this Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken breasts marinated in a delectable blend of balsamic vinegar, honey, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings, this recipe is versatile and pairs beautifully with a variety of sides such as roasted vegetables or fluffy quinoa. Once you give it a try, it’s sure to become a go-to favorite in your meal rotation!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or dish; pour marinade over them. Seal or cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (ideally 2 to 4 hours).
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with foil or parchment paper and grease lightly with olive oil.
- Remove chicken from the marinade (reserve marinade) and place in the baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), basting halfway through with reserved marinade.
- Let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing; serve with pan juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 70mg