Description
Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast is a flavorful and effortless dish that transforms simple ingredients into a culinary delight. Marinated in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze infused with garlic and thyme, this chicken turns out tender and juicy every time. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, serve it alongside rice or roasted vegetables for a meal that impresses without the fuss. Your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma that makes everyone eager to dig in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Place chicken breasts in the baking dish and pour marinade over them. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove chicken from the oven and simmer leftover marinade in a saucepan for about five minutes until thickened.
- Drizzle sauce over chicken and serve with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg