Description
Balsamic Glazed Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a gourmet delight. Marinated in a rich balsamic glaze, this recipe perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s sure to impress your family or guests. Serve with your favorite sides to create a meal that’s both satisfying and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and dried basil.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour half of the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Drizzle remaining marinade over the chicken and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve with extra sauce from the baking dish and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg