Description
One Pan Balsamic Chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a delightful experience. Combining succulent chicken breasts with a tangy balsamic sauce, fresh grape tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella, this dish not only delivers rich flavors but also minimizes cleanup by cooking everything in one pan. Perfect for busy families or anyone seeking an impressive meal without the fuss, One Pan Balsamic Chicken is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it over rice or with a side salad for a complete meal that impresses every time.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp honey
- 2 Tbsp oil (avocado or olive)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 8 oz grape tomatoes, halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine)
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, toss grape tomatoes and mozzarella balls with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden.
- Pour balsamic mixture over the chicken; scatter tomato and mozzarella mix on top.
- Bake uncovered for 18–23 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with sauce and toppings (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg