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Sliced balsamic chicken breast on a white plate, garnished with fresh parsley and coarse salt.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1.5 pounds total
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning.
    Whisking balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon, olive oil, garlic, and Italian seasoning for balsamic chicken.
  • Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper. Place the chicken in the marinade and let sit for at least 10 minutes.
    Marinating raw chicken breasts for balsamic chicken.
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining olive oil. Sear the chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Pour any leftover marinade over the chicken, then transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
    Four balsamic chicken breasts searing in a skillet.
  • Bake for 13-17 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
    Balsamic chicken breasts in a pan, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Info:

Calories: 232kcal (12%) Carbohydrates: 9g (3%) Protein: 24g (48%) Fat: 10g (15%) Saturated Fat: 2g (13%) Sodium: 192mg (8%) Fiber: 1g (4%) Sugar: 8g (9%)

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