Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast: A Delicious and Easy Recipe for Dinner
Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast is the perfect dish for busy weeknights or special occasions. With its flavorful marinade made from balsamic vinegar, honey, and herbs, this chicken is incredibly tender and delicious. This easy recipe requires minimal prep time and can be marinated ahead of schedule to enhance its flavor, making it a great choice for meal prep. Serve this savory chicken alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh quinoa salad for a complete and satisfying dinner that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 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
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2-4 hours).
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper and grease lightly with olive oil.
- Remove chicken from marinade (reserve the marinade) and place in baking dish. Pour remaining marinade over the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg