One Pan Balsamic Chicken
One Pan Balsamic Chicken is a delightful and easy weeknight meal that brings together tender chicken breasts and vibrant vegetables in a flavorful balsamic sauce. Perfect for busy nights, this dish requires minimal cleanup, making it an excellent choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. The combination of sweet honey, zesty balsamic vinegar, and fresh ingredients creates a rich sauce that elevates simple chicken into a delicious feast. With the added convenience of one-pan cooking, you’ll have more time to savor your meal and less time spent on dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 8 oz grape tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Kosher salt
- Fresh black pepper
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, toss halved grape tomatoes with mozzarella balls and basil; season with salt and pepper.
- Heat avocado oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown. Pour balsamic sauce over the chicken; let simmer briefly.
- Top chicken with tomato-mozzarella mixture; transfer to the oven.
- Bake uncovered for 18-23 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Rest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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