Description
One Pan Balsamic Chicken is the ideal weeknight dinner, combining tender chicken breasts, vibrant grape tomatoes, and creamy mozzarella—all cooked in a single skillet. This dish is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with flavor thanks to the perfect blend of tangy balsamic vinegar and sweet honey. In under an hour, you can create a meal that’s sure to impress your family or guests. Ideal for busy nights or special occasions, this recipe is customizable with seasonal vegetables, ensuring deliciousness every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz grape tomatoes
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Toss grape tomatoes and mozzarella with salt and pepper in another bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper before adding it to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes per side).
- Pour the balsamic sauce over the chicken and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Layer the tomato mixture over the chicken.
- Bake uncovered for 18-23 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh basil and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 215g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 482mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 121mg