Description
A simple yet delicious recipe for Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken, coating it well.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until juices run clear and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Baste with marinade halfway through baking, if desired.
- Remove from oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different herbs and side dishes to complement the chicken. It’s adaptable and can be made ahead!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Balsamic chicken, baked chicken, easy dinner recipes, Italian recipes, healthy meals