Description
One Pan Balsamic Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, topped with a flavorful tomato mozzarella mixture. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
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Balsamic Sauce:
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. honey
- 2 Tbsp. oil, such as avocado or olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
Tomato Mozzarella:
- 8 oz. grape tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz. fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine or pearls)
- 2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil
Chicken:
- 2 lb. boneless, skinless, chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- 2 Tbsp. avocado oil or other high-heat oil
- Kosher salt and fresh black pepper
Instructions
- Balsamic Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the sauce ingredients. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
- Tomato Mozzarella: In a separate bowl, toss together the tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
- Cooking: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large oven-safe skillet. Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly golden brown. Add the balsamic sauce mixture. Remove from heat and add the tomato mozzarella mixture over the chicken. Bake uncovered for 18-23 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked through. Remove from the oven and rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
