Description
Balsamic Glazed One Pan Chicken is a quick, flavorful dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a culinary delight. With tender chicken breasts seared to perfection and drizzled with a rich balsamic glaze made of vinegar, honey, and garlic, this one-pan wonder offers an explosion of taste without the mess. Topped with fresh grape tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fragrant basil, it’s not just easy to make but also visually appealing. In just under an hour, you can serve a nutritious meal that pairs beautifully with grains or greens. Perfect for family gatherings or casual entertaining, this recipe will quickly become your go-to dinner option.
Ingredients
- 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 8 oz grape tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- 2 garlic cloves
- Fresh basil
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, and Dijon mustard in a bowl.
- Toss grape tomatoes with mozzarella and basil in another bowl; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear until golden brown (1-2 minutes each side).
- Pour balsamic sauce over chicken and sprinkle tomato-mozzarella mix on top.
- Bake uncovered for 18-23 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with toppings (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 100mg