Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast (Print Version)
Tangy balsamic glazed chicken baked until tender and juicy. Perfect quick healthy dinner.
# What You Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
→ Marinade & Glaze
02 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
05 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
06 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
10 - Chopped fresh parsley
11 - Cherry tomatoes, halved
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, Italian herbs, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
03 - Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, turning to coat thoroughly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator for best flavor, or proceed immediately if short on time.
04 - Arrange the marinated chicken breasts in a single layer in a baking dish. Pour any remaining marinade over the top.
05 - Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and the glaze is slightly caramelized.
06 - Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley and cherry tomatoes if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The balsamic creates this gorgeous sticky glaze that makes the chicken look like you ordered it from a restaurant
- Its practically impossible to mess up, even on busy weeknights when youre barely holding it together
02 -
- Dont skip the resting step, otherwise all those delicious juices will end up on your cutting board instead of in the chicken
- The glaze can burn quickly if your oven runs hot, so check at the 20 minute mark
03 -
- Pound thicker parts of the chicken breasts so theyre even thickness
- Use a meat thermometer to hit exactly 165 degrees