Description
Balsamic chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender, marinated chicken with a rich, tangy glaze, perfect for any occasion. Infused with garlic and rosemary, this recipe delivers a flavor-packed experience that will impress your family and friends. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, balsamic chicken promises to be a crowd-pleaser, leaving everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup high-quality balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade (discard leftover marinade) and place it on a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Serve garnished with fresh rosemary sprigs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 90mg