Description
One Pan Balsamic Chicken is the ultimate weeknight dinner that combines simplicity and flavor in a single dish. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a tangy balsamic glaze, paired with juicy tomatoes and fresh mozzarella for a delightful meal that everyone will love. Perfect for busy evenings, this one-skillet wonder requires minimal cleanup while delivering maximum taste. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside a fresh salad for a wholesome dinner that’s both satisfying and nutritious.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 8 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, avocado oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Toss tomatoes and mozzarella with salt and pepper in another bowl; set aside.
- Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown; add the balsamic sauce to the skillet and simmer briefly.
- Remove from heat and layer the tomato-mozzarella mixture on top of the chicken.
- Bake uncovered for 18-23 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and vegetables (approximately 270g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg