Description
Italian Chicken With Balsamic Glaze is a delightful dish that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. This recipe features tender chicken breasts caramelized in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, creating a flavorful experience reminiscent of dining in a cozy Italian trattoria. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a family dinner, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning—ideal for sharing on social media.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup quality balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup vegetable or chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, herbs, and broth. Pour over seared chicken.
- Simmer for about 5 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg