Baked Balsamic Chicken Breast
A simple yet flavorful baked balsamic chicken breast, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (e.g., thyme or rosemary), for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Combine balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Whisk until well mixed.
- Place the chicken breasts into a baking dish and pour the balsamic mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the juices run clear.
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
Pat the chicken breasts dry for better marinade adherence. Marinate for a few hours for a more intense flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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