Baked Balsamic Chicken Breast
A delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, this Baked Balsamic Chicken Breast is juicy and tender, infused with balsamic vinegar and honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, dried thyme, and dried rosemary in a bowl.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Arrange the chicken breasts in a baking dish in a single layer.
- Marinate the chicken by pouring the balsamic mixture over it and turning to coat evenly; marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Rest the chicken for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. You can substitute red wine vinegar for balsamic if necessary.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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