Description
A delicious and easy Balsamic Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful balsamic vinegar mixture, seared to golden perfection, and baked until juicy and cooked through. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual meal with family.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Marinade
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create the flavorful marinade.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, making sure all pieces are coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Preheat and prepare skillet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Meanwhile, heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat to get it nice and hot for searing.
- Sear the chicken: Add the marinated chicken breasts to the hot skillet and sear each side for 2-3 minutes until they develop a golden brown crust, locking in the juices.
- Bake the chicken: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Rest and serve: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Drizzle with any extra pan juices before serving for enhanced flavor and moisture.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken longer, up to 2 hours, for even more flavor penetration.
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken is safely cooked.
- If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, sear in a regular pan and transfer chicken to a baking dish before baking.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or garlic mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
