One-Pan Juicy Chicken with Balsamic Sauce
A simple and flavorful one-pan chicken dish simmered in balsamic sauce, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Sear on both sides until golden brown.
- Pour balsamic vinegar over the chicken and bring to a simmer.
- Add cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and return to the oven until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Let the chicken rest after cooking to ensure juiciness. Experiment with additional seasonings for a personal touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg