Description
This Balsamic Rosemary Chicken Breasts recipe features tender, pan-fried chicken breasts glazed with a flavorful balsamic vinegar, honey, and fresh rosemary sauce. Perfect for a quick and elegant weeknight dinner, this dish combines juicy chicken with a gourmet touch, ideal for pairing with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Cooking
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
Sauce Ingredients
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly. Season both sides of each breast with salt and black pepper.
- Sear Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and chopped rosemary, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the Glaze: Pour in the balsamic vinegar, chicken broth (or water), and honey. Simmer the mixture for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine and Finish: Return the chicken to the skillet. Spoon the balsamic glaze over each piece and cook for an additional 2 minutes to reheat the chicken and allow the glaze to coat the breasts beautifully. Serve warm, garnished with extra glaze as desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes, enhancing the meal’s flavors.
- For a deeper, more infused taste, marinate the chicken breasts in the balsamic mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded to an even thickness to avoid uneven cooking and dryness.
- Use fresh rosemary if possible for a brighter, more vibrant flavor compared to dried.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
